Explore the Exciting World of STEM Education
Our curriculum at Yuri Method covers a broad range of advanced STEM topics and connects science, math, and physics to everyday life, sparking a lasting passion for learning. With hands-on experiments, complex STEM concepts become engaging and memorable, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills for real-world success.
Our curriculum evolves weekly and each semester, reflecting the diverse interests of our students. Below is a sample of what a typical semester might include. We adapt our topics to delve deeper into subjects that particularly engage our students. For the latest on what we're exploring, follow us on social media or check out our blog. For a tentative plan of upcoming semesters, please contact us directly.
Current topic - junior program
SYSTEMS OF THE HUMAN BODY
Current topic - classic program
bIOCHEMISTRY OF MACRONUTRIENTS
Week 1: The Heart
An electrifying first week at Yuri Method! Our budding scientists explore heart anatomy, the crucial heart-lung connection, and delve into circulation and EKG mysteries. Highlight of the week? Crafting circuits that replicate our own heart rhythms—diving deep into the heart's electric pulse.
Week 2: The Microscopic World
This week at Yuri Method, we zoom into the microscopic universe! Our young scientists examine animal and plant cells and discover tiny life in lake water. Highlights include our bacteria experiment, revealing the stark difference between dirty and clean hands—a truly hands-on lesson in hygiene! We also explore the physics of light and magnification, creating our own microscopes and telescopes to take home.
Week 3: Digestion & pH
A vibrant journey through the digestive system and the dazzling world of acid-base chemistry. Our STEM enthusiasts explore enzyme functions and nutrient absorption, using pH indicators to uncover hidden colors in everyday substances. A week where biology meets chemistry in the most colorful ways!
Week 4: Digestion Dynamics & Vision Wonders
We dive into the math and physics of digestion, exploring how food moves through our esophagus and the crucial role of surface area. Our adventure doesn't end there! We examine eye anatomy, uncover how we perceive colors, and embark on a thrilling VR journey to see through the eyes of various animals. A week of awe-inspiring experiments and eye-opening discoveries!
Week 5: Symphony of Color and Light
We transform our lab into a vibrant canvas, diving deep into the chemistry of colors—from density and surface tension to color theory and solubility. Each experiment bursts with color and insight! We then venture into the world of light, experimenting with prisms, refraction, and focal points. The crowning moment? Our young scientists craft their own holograms and projectors, bringing a piece of the magic home.
Week 6: The Magic of Sound
We dive into an auditory adventure, exploring how we hear and the marvels of echolocation. The highlight? Experiencing the PlantWave device to hear plants' unique songs and seeing how our interactions affect their music—a magical mix of nature and tech! We also explore sound energy with tuning forks, creating visual patterns in water and rice, and using sound to move objects. We experiment with pitch, volume, and learn about frequency. It is a week where sound shows its powerful and beautiful capabilities.
Week 7: The Wonders of Water
We plunge into the fascinating world of liquids and water, exploring capillary action, surface tension, and the mysteries of density—each experiment a splash of fun and discovery! Our adventure continues as we navigate the currents of fluid dynamics and buoyancy. The highlight? Building a water maze and mastering the challenge of making a hollow sphere float perfectly in the center by adjusting weights and water density. It is a journey of trial, error, and joyful learning.
Week 8: Unique Liquids and Chemical Reactions
This week, our lab buzzes with excitement as we create magnetic ferrofluids and play with the squishy delights of slime and oobleck. The excitement peaks as we mix calcium chloride and baking soda for a chilly reaction, craft 'hot ice' from sodium acetate, and enjoy the explosive eruption of elephant toothpaste. Each experiment deepens our love for the magical side of science, transforming our lab into a playground of reactions and discoveries.
Week 9: Nature's Powers
Our young scientists venture into the enchanting world of herbal medicine. We delve into the secrets of dandelions and natural pigments, examining herbs under the microscope to discover their medicinal properties and extracting vibrant pigments through chromatography. The adventure peaks as we create our own herbal oils and transform dandelion pigments into beautiful natural watercolors. Our explorers also craft medicinal extracts, merging science with traditional remedies for a truly hands-on experience.
Week 10: Unveiling Nature's Wonders
We explore the magic of photosynthesis, witnessing oxygen bubbles dance around aquatic plants in a bright spectacle. Our explorers then analyze sprouts and broccoli, extracting vitamins to reveal hidden nutrients. Our adventure soars with the physics of flight, crafting dandelion seed models to explore air pressure and aerodynamics in our wind tunnel. Each experiment sparks curiosity and imagination among our budding scientists!
