Kids on Mission
Register for Spring 2025 Challenges!
2025 Challenge Timeline*
*Update: In order to accommodate a variety of schedules, we have now extended our 6 weeks challenges to have a 7 week completion window. The challenge content will post each week for the first 6 weeks of the challenge timeframe, and the 7th week will receive no new content. We hope this timeline adjustment will help as you coordinate Kids on Mission activities around vacations, illnesses, or unexpected scheduling conflicts. Spring Challenges
Registration Window: November 1st, 2024 - January 17th, 2025Challenge Offerings: Foundations of Science (New Members); Foundations of Astronomy or Foundations of Botany (Current Members)
Timeline:February 17th - April 4th, 2025
Summer Challenges
Registration Window: April 4th- May 21st, 2025Challenge Offerings: Foundations of Biology, Foundations of Geology, Foundations of Paleontology (Current Members Only)
Timeline:June 2nd - July 11th, 2025
Fall Challenges
Registration Window: TBD (Mid-August)Challenge Offerings: Foundations of Science (New Members), Foundations of Astronomy, & Foundations of Oceanography (Current Members)
Timeline: October 6th - November 14th, 2025
*Note: New Kids on Mission members seeking to join should note that no intro challenge will be held in the summer. New member registrations will only be accepted in the Spring of Fall Challenge windows.
Foundations of Science
“In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.”
Genesis 1:1
Begin your Kids on Mission adventure by exploring the basics of science as we answer questions like “what is science?”, “why is science important?”, “what do the Bible and science have in common?”, and “how do we even do science?!” Learn about the Institute for Creation Research, and how our team works to help equip you with scientific answers to tough questions about God and science. Conduct your first Kids on Mission challenge to earn the Foundations of Science patch!
Genesis 1:1
Begin your Kids on Mission adventure by exploring the basics of science as we answer questions like “what is science?”, “why is science important?”, “what do the Bible and science have in common?”, and “how do we even do science?!” Learn about the Institute for Creation Research, and how our team works to help equip you with scientific answers to tough questions about God and science. Conduct your first Kids on Mission challenge to earn the Foundations of Science patch!
Foundations of Botany
“Then God said, “Let Us make man in Our image, “The grass withers, the flower fades,
But the word of our God stands forever.”
Isaiah 40:8
Spring into your next Kids on Mission challenge exploring the beauty and wonder of Kingdom Plantae. In this challenge, you will dig into plant types and classification as well as looking at cellular processes that allow plants to thrive. We will branch into topics like ecology and mutualism with other organisms.
Since the creation of Adam, humankind has been tending gardens. You’ll start your own garden and try your hand at plant care and propagation. As any good gardener or farmer, you’ll learn how the weather and seasons affect your plants so you can properly adjust your care for your plant needs.
Finally, we will look at some of the Biblical roots of botany and see what plants can teach us about ourselves and our Savior.
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But the word of our God stands forever.”
Isaiah 40:8
Spring into your next Kids on Mission challenge exploring the beauty and wonder of Kingdom Plantae. In this challenge, you will dig into plant types and classification as well as looking at cellular processes that allow plants to thrive. We will branch into topics like ecology and mutualism with other organisms.
Since the creation of Adam, humankind has been tending gardens. You’ll start your own garden and try your hand at plant care and propagation. As any good gardener or farmer, you’ll learn how the weather and seasons affect your plants so you can properly adjust your care for your plant needs.
Finally, we will look at some of the Biblical roots of botany and see what plants can teach us about ourselves and our Savior.
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Foundations of Astronomy
“The heavens declare the glory of God, and the firmament shows His handiwork.”
Psalm 19:1
Continue your Kids on Mission journey with a stellar experience! Join us as we investigate what the stars, planets, galaxies, and our solar system show us about Jesus, our Creator. Learn about scientists who studied astronomy, astronauts who have explored space, and follow their example as you too begin to study the sky. You will earn your Foundations of Astronomy Patch at the completion of this mission. Climb aboard, because we are about to have a blast!
Psalm 19:1
Continue your Kids on Mission journey with a stellar experience! Join us as we investigate what the stars, planets, galaxies, and our solar system show us about Jesus, our Creator. Learn about scientists who studied astronomy, astronauts who have explored space, and follow their example as you too begin to study the sky. You will earn your Foundations of Astronomy Patch at the completion of this mission. Climb aboard, because we are about to have a blast!
Foundations of Biology
“Then God said, “Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over the cattle, over all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth.”
Genesis 1:26
LIFE! Remember how we learned about earth being the goldilocks planet in Foundations of Science? We thought you might be ready to explore just how perfectly designed for life our earth is. Earth is filled with organisms - from the smallest bacteria, to the tallest giraffe. Amazing creatures and beautiful plants are everywhere and each one is dependent on another for survival. In this challenge, we will study cells, genetics, diversity and adaptation, ecology, as well as what makes humans unique from all other organisms. Join us as we gaze in wonder at the field of biology - gazing at how a creative Designer can use the same building blocks to engineer amazing diversity. Jesus does all this not only to fill the earth with life for survival but also for beauty and our enjoyment. Grab your lab coats and magnifying glasses, junior scientists and let’s get ready to study Biology!
Genesis 1:26
LIFE! Remember how we learned about earth being the goldilocks planet in Foundations of Science? We thought you might be ready to explore just how perfectly designed for life our earth is. Earth is filled with organisms - from the smallest bacteria, to the tallest giraffe. Amazing creatures and beautiful plants are everywhere and each one is dependent on another for survival. In this challenge, we will study cells, genetics, diversity and adaptation, ecology, as well as what makes humans unique from all other organisms. Join us as we gaze in wonder at the field of biology - gazing at how a creative Designer can use the same building blocks to engineer amazing diversity. Jesus does all this not only to fill the earth with life for survival but also for beauty and our enjoyment. Grab your lab coats and magnifying glasses, junior scientists and let’s get ready to study Biology!
What is Kids on Mission?
This virtual kids science club is created for kids like you to learn about science in a fun and engaging way all while exploring how science and Scripture support each other. You will learn how the Lord Jesus engineered and crafted the entire universe and established it on the laws and principles of science and how He created you special and loves you so much that He came into this world to save you from your sins and give you a personal relationship with God.
Join the Mission!
What is Kids on Mission all about?
Check out this video to learn more!
Check out this video to learn more!
Who can join?
Kids on Mission is designed for kids in Kindergarten – 6th grade.
Choose the track designed just for you! (K-3rd grade or 4th-6th grade)
Choose the track designed just for you! (K-3rd grade or 4th-6th grade)
How do I access challenges?
Once registration and payment are confirmed, you will be sent an email with login information for Google Classroom and Seesaw – the two platforms we utilize for the program. You will need to have a Gmail account to access the platforms.
After confirmation of membership, you will be mailed a Kids on Mission: Mission Pack with more materials and tips to complete your first mission!
Each challenge is a 6-week course with weekly activities you will complete to finish each challenge. Each week's activities will take about 1-2 hours to complete.
After confirmation of membership, you will be mailed a Kids on Mission: Mission Pack with more materials and tips to complete your first mission!
Each challenge is a 6-week course with weekly activities you will complete to finish each challenge. Each week's activities will take about 1-2 hours to complete.
What will we do?
Learn Science. Love Jesus. You will have a series of scientific challenges or “missions”. Each mission is 6-week online course that will give you weekly activities, questions, and/or experiments to help you master that challenge. When you complete each mission, you will earn that Mission Patch.
Using our online platforms of Google Classroom & SeeSaw, participants will learn about science, complete experiments, and document and analyze your findings. All that we do will be framed in a Biblical creation science worldview, which means that we will look for evidence of design and recent creation in all that we see in the world around us and train participants to think like a creationist. Each challenge connects to a field of science and will focus on a founder of science, scientific principles, and evidences of the amazing design of our Creator, Jesus Christ.
Using our online platforms of Google Classroom & SeeSaw, participants will learn about science, complete experiments, and document and analyze your findings. All that we do will be framed in a Biblical creation science worldview, which means that we will look for evidence of design and recent creation in all that we see in the world around us and train participants to think like a creationist. Each challenge connects to a field of science and will focus on a founder of science, scientific principles, and evidences of the amazing design of our Creator, Jesus Christ.
Why join?
You get to learn all kinds of fun science, answer some tough questions, and learn more about our Creator and Savior Jesus Christ. You will also learn tips on how to share this information with others!
How much does it cost?
For just $25 (plus $10 shipping*), you can join the club and receive your Mission Pack! This pack includes some scientific essentials and access to your first mission: “Foundations of Science”.
Do you have brothers and sisters? They can also join for just $20 per child!
Once you complete the first challenge, we have an exciting series of additional challenges to complete, each with their own completion patch. Each additional challenge is $25 for the first child (plus $10 shipping), and $20 each additional child.
*Shipping to addresses in the United States. Shipping costs for other countries varies - please choose the proper destination country in the shipping add-on when registering.
Do you have brothers and sisters? They can also join for just $20 per child!
Once you complete the first challenge, we have an exciting series of additional challenges to complete, each with their own completion patch. Each additional challenge is $25 for the first child (plus $10 shipping), and $20 each additional child.
*Shipping to addresses in the United States. Shipping costs for other countries varies - please choose the proper destination country in the shipping add-on when registering.
Challenges
Each Junior Scientist in Kids on Mission will start with the Foundations of Science challenge. At the completion of this introductory 6-week course, they will have a strong basis for digging deeper into each of the other fields of science that explore specific areas of science in more detail. Once the Foundations of Science challenge has been completed, a Junior Scientist may then choose one of the next available additional challenges that they haven't yet taken.
Foundations of Science
Begin your Kids on Mission adventure by exploring the basics of science as we answer questions like “what is science?”, “why is science important?”, “what do the Bible and science have in common?”, and “how do we even do science?!” Conduct your first Kids on Mission challenge to earn the Foundations of Science patch!
Foundations of Astronomy
Continue your Kids on Mission journey with a stellar experience! Join us as we investigate what the stars, planets, galaxies, and our solar system show us about Jesus, our Creator. Learn about scientists who studied astronomy, astronauts who have explored space, and follow their example as you too begin to study the sky. You will earn your Foundations of Astronomy Patch at the completion of this mission.
Foundations of Geology
Scripture is filled with references to rocks and mountains and imagery of God being like a rock to His people. Join us as we look at what the created things tell us about the invisible attributes of God (Romans 1:20). Discover how the rocks show evidence of the global flood of Genesis, the character and nature of God, and what we can learn about earth’s history and composition from rocks. We will even take a sneak peek into fossils!
Foundations of Biology
The earth is perfectly designed for life, and filled with organisms - from the smallest bacteria, to the tallest giraffe. Amazing creatures and beautiful plants are everywhere and each one is dependent on another for survival. In this challenge, we will learn about cells, genetics, diversity and adaptation, ecology, as well as what makes humans unique from all other organisms.
Foundations of Botany
Spring into your next Kids on Mission challenge exploring the beauty and wonder of Kingdom Plantae. Dig into plant types and classification, cells, ecology, and horticulture.
Explore the Biblical roots of botany and see what plants can teach us about ourselves and our Savior.
Explore the Biblical roots of botany and see what plants can teach us about ourselves and our Savior.
Foundations of Paleontology
Coming Summer 2025
Foundations of Oceanography
Coming Fall 2025
And More!!
More Challenges Coming 2026
Are there any other ways to earn patches?
YES!
Join us at our in-person events to earn our event patch! AND – join us on our Parks Across America tours to collect our Limited Edition National Parks Patches!
Join Miss Emmy
Your missions will be led by the Kids on Mission Director - Miss Emmy, who serves at ICR as the Children's Education Specialist.
Get ready for fun, adventure, and learning all kinds of amazing things about science and creation as she guides and helps you through each mission challenge.
Get ready for fun, adventure, and learning all kinds of amazing things about science and creation as she guides and helps you through each mission challenge.
Miss Emmy
Children's Education Specialist
Mission Control Team
Every successful mission has a team of great leaders at the helm! Kids on Mission Director, Miss Emmy, is joined by her awesome Mission Control Team - Dino Dave and Mr. Benjamin!
Dino Dave
ICR Speaker
Dino Dave has worked at ICR since 2022, but has been involved in creation science ministry for over 10 years, having previously led the Central Texas Creation Ministries.
You will see Dino Dave in special feature videos in many of the Kids on Mission challenges.
You will see Dino Dave in special feature videos in many of the Kids on Mission challenges.
Mr. Benjamin
ICR Event Coordinator
Mr. Benjamin has worked at ICR since 2019. first in the Discovery Center and then joining the Events team in 2023. But, he has been connected to ICR much longer than that, as his dad has worked in the ICR Internet Ministries Department since 2008, and his family has volunteered for many years with various ICR volunteer projects.
Mr. Benjamin works behind the scenes to assist with several administrative components that help keep the Kids on Mission challenges running smoothly.
Mr. Benjamin works behind the scenes to assist with several administrative components that help keep the Kids on Mission challenges running smoothly.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a discount membership if I have more than one child?
Yes – The cost is $25 (plus a flat-rate of $10 shipping included in the cost for the first child's registration) for your first member, and $20 for each additional child after that.
Is there a recommended supply list?
Yes – the supply list is sent in the Kids on Mission: Mission Pack. Any additional recommended resources will be sent in the welcome email sent with each challenge registration.
Is this an accredited program?
No – ICR has created this program to be a fun and engaging way of learning basic science and Biblical truths. While it is not a complete scientific curriculum in itself, it can be a great supplement to any other science program you are completing.
Can my class join?
Yes – contact ICR Children's Education Specialist, Emily Steele ([email protected]) to register a full class and order a class set of Mission Packs.
Can we do this in our co-op?
Due to the flexible and varied natures of Homeschool co-ops, we do not offer a specific co-op rate or sign-up. ICR recommends each family sign-up for the program themselves, and then coordinate doing it with friends as they desire.
Is there a payment plan?
No – ICR has tried to keep this as cost effective as possible and divided the individual challenges to help make the costs manageable for families. Once you are a member, complete challenges are you are ready and able to do so.
Can I get a refund?
No – the Kids on Mission membership lasts until the child has completed all missions or completed the 6th grade (whichever comes first). Membership is non-refundable.
Why do I have to pay for shipping?
Including shipping in the costs helps ICR keep the membership and challenge dues reasonable for you, accessible to others, as well as adjust for changes in postage over time.
Yes – The cost is $25 (plus a flat-rate of $10 shipping included in the cost for the first child's registration) for your first member, and $20 for each additional child after that.
Is there a recommended supply list?
Yes – the supply list is sent in the Kids on Mission: Mission Pack. Any additional recommended resources will be sent in the welcome email sent with each challenge registration.
Is this an accredited program?
No – ICR has created this program to be a fun and engaging way of learning basic science and Biblical truths. While it is not a complete scientific curriculum in itself, it can be a great supplement to any other science program you are completing.
Can my class join?
Yes – contact ICR Children's Education Specialist, Emily Steele ([email protected]) to register a full class and order a class set of Mission Packs.
Can we do this in our co-op?
Due to the flexible and varied natures of Homeschool co-ops, we do not offer a specific co-op rate or sign-up. ICR recommends each family sign-up for the program themselves, and then coordinate doing it with friends as they desire.
Is there a payment plan?
No – ICR has tried to keep this as cost effective as possible and divided the individual challenges to help make the costs manageable for families. Once you are a member, complete challenges are you are ready and able to do so.
Can I get a refund?
No – the Kids on Mission membership lasts until the child has completed all missions or completed the 6th grade (whichever comes first). Membership is non-refundable.
Why do I have to pay for shipping?
Including shipping in the costs helps ICR keep the membership and challenge dues reasonable for you, accessible to others, as well as adjust for changes in postage over time.
Still have questions?
Send us an email at [email protected]
We will answer your questions as soon as possible. Thank you!
We will answer your questions as soon as possible. Thank you!
