National Geographic Learning Science Expeditions: Middle School Science Curriculum That Connects Learning to the Real World
Bring phenomena-driven, three-dimensional science learning to Grades 6-8
About this program
National Geographic Learning Science Expeditions is a middle school science program available in both discipline-based and integrated pathways. Pairing real-world phenomena with guiding questions, this program inspires students to become co-explorers who ask questions, gather evidence, test ideas, and build deeper understanding.
Browse by pathway
National Geographic Learning Science Expeditions Life
Chapter 1 Introduction to Life Science
Chapter 2 Chemistry of Life
Chapter 3 Energy and Matter in Ecosystems
Chapter 4 Biodiversity and Ecosystem Stability
Chapter 5 Cell Systems
Chapter 6 Animal and Plant Systems
Chapter 7 Genes and Mutations
Chapter 8 Genetic Variation and Heredity
Chapter 9 Evolution in Species
Chapter 10 Evidence for Evolution
National Geographic Learning Science Expeditions Earth & Space
Chapter 1 Introduction to Earth and Space Science
Chapter 2 Earth’s Air and Water
Chapter 3 Weather and Climate
Chapter 4 Geologic Processes and Change
Chapter 5 Earth Over Time
Chapter 6 Natural Hazards
Chapter 7 Natural Resources
Chapter 8 Earth’s Changing Climate
Chapter 9 The Universe and Solar System
Chapter 10 The Earth-Moon-Sun System
National Geographic Learning Science Expeditions Physical
Chapter 1 Introduction to Physical Science
Chapter 2 Matter
Chapter 3 Chemical Reactions
Chapter 4 Thermal Energy
Chapter 5 Motion
Chapter 6 Forces
Chapter 7 Gravity
Chapter 8 Electricity and Magnetism
Chapter 9 Waves
Chapter 10 Information Technology
National Geographic Learning Science Expeditions Integrated Grade 6
Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 The Earth-Moon-Sun System
Chapter 3 Earth Over Time
Chapter 4 Evidence for Evolution
Chapter 5 Matter
Chapter 6 Thermal Energy
Chapter 7 Geologic Processes and Change
Chapter 8 Chemical Reactions
Chapter 9 Chemistry of Life
Chapter 10 Cell Systems
National Geographic Learning Science Expeditions Integrated Grade 7
Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 Natural Resources
Chapter 3 Biodiversity and Ecosystem Stability
Chapter 4 Earth’s Changing Climate
Chapter 5 Forces
Chapter 6 Gravity
Chapter 7 The Universe and the Solar System
Chapter 8 Electricity and Magnetism
Chapter 9 Animal and Plant Systems
Chapter 10 Energy and Matter in Ecosystems
National Geographic Learning Science Expeditions Integrated Grade 8
Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 Genes and Mutations
Chapter 3 Genetic Variation and Heredity
Chapter 4 Evolution in Species
Chapter 5 Earth’s Air and Water
Chapter 6 Weather and Climate
Chapter 7 Natural Hazards
Chapter 8 Motion
Chapter 9 Waves
Chapter 10 Information Technology
National Geographic Learning Science Expeditions Life Chapter 1 Introduction to Life Science Chapter 2 Chemistry of Life Chapter 3 Energy and Matter in Ecosystems Chapter 4 Biodiversity and Ecosystem Stability Chapter 5 Cell Systems Chapter 6 Animal and Plant Systems Chapter 7 Genes and Mutations Chapter 8 Genetic Variation and Heredity Chapter 9 Evolution in Species Chapter 10 Evidence for Evolution View Sample
National Geographic Learning Science Expeditions Earth & Space Chapter 1 Introduction to Earth and Space Science Chapter 2 Earth’s Air and Water Chapter 3 Weather and Climate Chapter 4 Geologic Processes and Change Chapter 5 Earth Over Time Chapter 6 Natural Hazards Chapter 7 Natural Resources Chapter 8 Earth’s Changing Climate Chapter 9 The Universe and Solar System Chapter 10 The Earth-Moon-Sun System View Sample
National Geographic Learning Science Expeditions Physical Chapter 1 Introduction to Physical Science Chapter 2 Matter Chapter 3 Chemical Reactions Chapter 4 Thermal Energy Chapter 5 Motion Chapter 6 Forces Chapter 7 Gravity Chapter 8 Electricity and Magnetism Chapter 9 Waves Chapter 10 Information Technology View Sample
National Geographic Learning Science Expeditions Integrated Grade 6 Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 The Earth-Moon-Sun System Chapter 3 Earth Over Time Chapter 4 Evidence for Evolution Chapter 5 Matter Chapter 6 Thermal Energy Chapter 7 Geologic Processes and Change Chapter 8 Chemical Reactions Chapter 9 Chemistry of Life Chapter 10 Cell Systems View Sample
National Geographic Learning Science Expeditions Integrated Grade 7 Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Natural Resources Chapter 3 Biodiversity and Ecosystem Stability Chapter 4 Earth’s Changing Climate Chapter 5 Forces Chapter 6 Gravity Chapter 7 The Universe and the Solar System Chapter 8 Electricity and Magnetism Chapter 9 Animal and Plant Systems Chapter 10 Energy and Matter in Ecosystems View Sample
National Geographic Learning Science Expeditions Integrated Grade 8 Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Genes and Mutations Chapter 3 Genetic Variation and Heredity Chapter 4 Evolution in Species Chapter 5 Earth’s Air and Water Chapter 6 Weather and Climate Chapter 7 Natural Hazards Chapter 8 Motion Chapter 9 Waves Chapter 10 Information Technology View Sample
What's included
- National Geographic Explorers
- Phenomena-driven learning
- Hands-on science
- Real-world connections
- Three-dimensional learning
- Evidence-based thinking
- Integrated assessments
- Teacher-friendly planning and support
- Learner support
Why National Geographic Learning Science Expeditions stands out
Engaging stories and activities
National Geographic Learning stories and hands-on activities connect science concepts to the real world, helping students gain a practical understanding of life, Earth and space, and physical science.
Collaboration and diverse perspectives
National Geographic Explorers and case studies highlight multiple perspectives, experiences, and contributions across the sciences. A variety of resources and activities encourage deeper classroom engagement with course concepts.
Teacher and student support
Customizable, ready-to-use materials give teachers greater flexibility when planning their lessons. The Teacher’s Edition includes Data Analysis, Investigations, Minilabs, and editable PowerPoint presentations to support a wide range of learning styles.
