Science comes alive when students can see and understand how the world works, and Royal Fireworks Online Learning makes that possible. Expert instructor Dr. David Purvis, a lifelong educator and scientist—and the author of the popular Dr. Dave’s Science Teaching Manuals—brings excitement and an enthusiasm for discovery to every lesson he teaches, helping students ages 11–14 explore the fascinating principles that shape our universe.

Each of these middle school science courses is the second semester of a two-semester sequence, but students are welcome to join mid-year with instructor approval and can catch up through recordings of the previous class meetings. These classes provide an excellent opportunity for motivated learners to deepen their understanding of the scientific world through engaging lessons, demonstrations, and discussions.

Middle School Chemistry
Student Ages: 11–14
Class Meetings: Tuesdays, 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time
Dates: January 13 – May 12, 2026
Cost: $575 for the spring semester
Course Highlights:
– Explore atoms, elements, and the periodic table.
– Observe hands-on and demonstrated chemical reactions and solutions.
– Learn the fundamentals of practical chemistry.

Middle School Earth Science
Student Ages: 11–14
Class Meetings: Wednesdays, 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time
Dates: January 14 – May 13, 2026
Cost: $575 for the spring semester
Course Highlights:
– Study Earth’s layers, rocks, and minerals.
– Learn about plate tectonics, volcanoes, and earthquakes.
– Discover how weathering, erosion, and water shape our planet.

Middle School Life Science
Student Ages: 11–14
Class Meetings: Wednesdays, 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time
Dates: January 14 – May 13, 2026
Cost: $575 for the spring semester
Course Highlights:
– Investigate cells, tissues, and major life systems.
– Explore biodiversity and ecosystems.
– Understand the building blocks of life and their adaptations.

Middle School Physics
Student Ages: 11–14
Class Meetings: Thursdays, 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time
Dates: January 15 – May 14, 2026
Cost: $575 for the spring semester
Course Highlights:
– Discover the forces that govern motion and matter.
– Examine static electricity, magnetism, and energy.
– Learn the core principles that form the foundations of physics.

And don’t miss Dr. Dave’s other courses, offered as single-semester courses in the spring: The Science of Ancient Egypt (for students ages 8-11) and Microbiology (for students ages 12-16). Both of these courses were offered in the fall semester, but they’re widely popular, and for students who may have missed them, this is a perfect opportunity to learn from a brilliantly engaging science instructor!

Installment Pay Option: We offer installment payment plans at no additional cost. For more information and to enroll, visit the Online Learning page.

As always, if you have questions or need assistance in selecting a course, feel free to call us at (845) 726-4444. We’re here to help! Our phone lines are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday.

Happy learning!
The Royal Fireworks Team