Will this help with my child's Grade 4 science homework?

Yes. StudyPug covers the exact topics in the Alberta Grade 4 science curriculum, so your child can find a lesson or worked example that matches whatever they are working on in class that night.

How long are the video lessons?

Most video lessons are short and focused, typically a few minutes each. Your child can watch one topic at a time, pause, and replay as many times as needed to understand the concept fully.

Is there a provincial test for Grade 4 science in Alberta?

Alberta's Provincial Achievement Tests (PAT) are administered in Grades 6 and 9, not Grade 4. There is no PAT for Grade 4 science, though teachers may use their own classroom assessments throughout the year.

Can my child use StudyPug on a tablet or phone?

Yes. StudyPug works on tablets, phones, and computers, so your child can review Grade 4 science lessons at home, on the go, or wherever it is convenient for your family.

Can I try StudyPug before paying?

Yes. StudyPug offers free sample lessons so you can see how it works before committing. There is also a 30-day money-back guarantee, so you can sign up with confidence.

AB Grade 4 Science Curriculum

Give your child the support they need to keep up with Alberta Grade 4 science. StudyPug covers every topic your child is learning in class, with clear lessons and plenty of practice.

AB Grade 4 Science Curriculum

LO_IDLearning Outcome-Skills & ProceduresStudyPug Topic

1.1Research Methods
- Experimental Design, Multiple variables and controls
- Data Collection, Quantitative and qualitative data
- Analysis Methods, Patterns, trends, and relationships
- Scientific Models, Creating and using models
2.1Human Senses
- Sensory Systems, Five senses structure and function
- Brain Processing, Neural signals and responses
2.2Animal Senses
- Specialized Senses, Echolocation, UV sensing, magnetoreception
2.3Plant Responses
- Environmental Response, Reactions to light, touch, gravity
3.1Biomes
- Climate Regions, Temperature and precipitation patterns
- Terrestrial Biomes, Land-based ecosystem types
- Aquatic Biomes, Water-based ecosystem types
3.2Interactions
- Energy Flow, Food webs and energy transfer
- Matter Cycles, Water, carbon, nitrogen cycles
4.1States of Matter
- Particle Theory, Arrangement and movement of particles
- Phase Changes, Temperature effects on state
4.2Properties
- Physical Properties, Mass, volume, density
- Chemical Properties, Reactivity, pH, combustibility
5.1Forms of Energy
- Energy Types, Potential and kinetic energy
- Energy Conversion, Transformations between forms
5.2Light
- Light Properties, Reflection, refraction, color
5.3Sound
- Sound Properties, Pitch, volume, wave properties
6.1Earth's Structure
- Internal Structure, Layers of the Earth
- Surface Features, Mountains, valleys, oceans
6.2Earth's Movement
- Rotation Effects, Day/night cycle
- Revolution Effects, Seasonal changes
7.1Solar System
- Celestial Bodies, Planets, moons, asteroids
- Orbital Patterns, Planet and moon movements
- Space Technology, Exploration and observation tools
8.1Human Impact
- Resource Use, Renewable and non-renewable resources
- Environmental Science, Human effects on ecosystems
8.2Conservation
- Sustainable Practices, Resource management strategies
- Habitat Protection, Conservation methods
9.1Technology Process
- Design Cycle, Problem-solving methodology
- Materials Science, Properties and applications
- Systems Thinking, Interconnected components
10.1Traditional Knowledge
- Indigenous Science, Traditional ecological knowledge
- Cultural Practices, Sustainable resource management

Grade 4 Science

About Grade 4 Alberta science

Alberta Grade 4 science follows the Alberta Programs of Study, which organizes learning around physical science, life science, and earth and space science. Students in Grade 4 explore topics such as light and shadows, plant growth and changes, wheels and levers, and the local environment. StudyPug provides step-by-step lessons and practice problems that follow Alberta curriculum expectations, so students can build confidence alongside what they are doing in school.

Strands: physical science, life science, and earth and space science
Video lessons for every Grade 4 Alberta science topic
Practice problems and step-by-step explanations
Aligned to the Alberta Programs of Study for Grade 4

Curriculum topics by strand

Find lessons and practice for every Grade 4 science strand, aligned to the Alberta Programs of Study.

Topic includes:

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LO_ID

Learning Outcome-Skills & Procedures

StudyPug Topic

AB Grade 4 Science Topics

Physical science: Explores light and shadows, how light behaves, and simple machines including wheels and levers.
Life science: Covers plant growth and changes, plant structures, and how plants respond to their environment.
Earth and space science: Looks at the local environment, rocks and minerals, and seasonal changes in Alberta.

How StudyPug Helps AB Grade 4 Science Students

When a Grade 4 student gets stuck on a science concept, they can go straight to the matching lesson on StudyPug and watch a clear video explanation before trying the practice problems. For a full look at what is available, explore our grade 4 science help course page.

StudyPug lets students move at their own pace, revisiting any topic as often as they need. Parents can check progress and know their child is working on content that matches what Alberta schools are teaching in Grade 4.

Aligned to AB Grade 4 Science Curriculum

Every StudyPug lesson for Grade 4 science is built to match the Alberta Programs of Study, so the topics, vocabulary, and learning expectations align with what teachers in Alberta cover in the classroom. If your child is moving into the next year, take a look at the AB Grade 5 science curriculum to see what comes next.

Written by the StudyPug Science Team

Last updated June 5, 2026

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