Will this help with my child's Grade 1 science homework?

Yes. StudyPug covers Grade 1 science topics from the BC Curriculum, so your child can find a relevant lesson or practice problem that matches exactly what was taught in class that day.

How long are the video lessons for Grade 1 science?

Most video lessons are short and focused, typically a few minutes each, so young learners can watch one concept at a time without losing attention before moving on to practice.

Is there a provincial test for Grade 1 science in British Columbia?

No. BC's Foundation Skills Assessment is administered in Grades 4 and 7, not Grade 1. There is no formal provincial science test at the Grade 1 level in British Columbia.

Can my child use StudyPug on a tablet or phone?

Yes. StudyPug works on tablets, phones, and computers, so your child can watch a lesson or complete practice problems at home, in the car, or wherever works best for your family.

Can I try StudyPug before paying?

Yes. StudyPug offers free sample lessons so you can see the content before committing. There is also a 30-day money-back guarantee if the subscription is not the right fit for your child.

BC Grade 1 Science Curriculum

Give your child a strong start in science with lessons and practice built around what British Columbia Grade 1 classrooms teach. Every topic follows the BC Curriculum.

BC Grade 1 Science Curriculum

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1.1STEM Skills
- Research Process, Basic steps in scientific investigation
- Data Collection, Recording observations systematically
- Safety Procedures, Lab safety and proper tool use
1.2Engineering Design
- Problem Solving, Identifying problems and testing solutions
- Materials Use, Selecting appropriate materials for tasks
2.1Classification
- Living vs Non-living, Characteristics that define life
- Plant Classification, Major plant groups and characteristics
- Animal Classification, Major animal groups and characteristics
2.2Survival Needs
- Basic Requirements, Air, water, food, shelter, space
- Habitat Types, Different environments where organisms live
2.3Life Cycles
- Growth Patterns, How different organisms grow and change
- Parent-Offspring Relations, Similarities between parents and offspring
3.1Plants
- Plant Parts, Functions of roots, stems, leaves, flowers
- Plant Responses, Reactions to light, water, touch
3.2Animals
- External Features, Body coverings, limbs, sensory organs
- Movement Types, How different animals move
4.1Properties
- Physical Properties, Observable characteristics of materials
- States of Matter, Solids, liquids, and their properties
4.2Changes
- Physical Changes, Reversible changes in materials
- Material Uses, Selecting materials for specific purposes
5.1Motion
- Types of Motion, Push, pull, speed, direction
- Simple Machines, Introduction to basic machines
5.2Light and Sound
- Light Properties, Sources, reflection, shadows
- Sound Properties, Volume, pitch, vibration
6.1Daily Patterns
- Sun Movement, Daily sun patterns
- Moon Phases, Basic moon observations
6.2Weather
- Weather Measurement, Temperature, precipitation, wind
- Seasonal Changes, Weather patterns across seasons
7.1Natural Resources
- Basic Resources, Common natural resources
- Conservation, Reducing, reusing, recycling
7.2Local Ecosystems
- Community Habitats, Local plants and animals
- Human Impact, Effects of human activity
8.1Tools
- Scientific Tools, Basic measurement instruments
- Everyday Technology, Common technological solutions
9.1Traditional Knowledge
- Indigenous Practices, Local traditional ecological knowledge
- Cultural Uses, Traditional uses of plants and animals

Grade 1 Science

About Grade 1 British Columbia Science

British Columbia follows the BC Curriculum, organized around Big Ideas, Curricular Competencies, and Content. In Grade 1 science, students begin exploring the natural world through hands-on inquiry, looking at living things, materials and their properties, and patterns in the local environment. StudyPug supports every strand with clear lessons, guided practice, and step-by-step explanations that connect directly to what your child is learning in class.

Strands: Living Things, Materials and Their Properties, Local Environment and Patterns
Video lessons for every Grade 1 BC science topic
Practice problems with step-by-step explanations
Content aligned to the BC Curriculum Big Ideas and Curricular Competencies

Curriculum topics by strand

Find lessons and practice for every Grade 1 science strand, aligned to the BC Curriculum.

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BC Grade 1 Science Topics

Living Things: Students explore what makes something living, observe local plants and animals, and learn how living things meet their basic needs.
Materials and Their Properties: Students investigate everyday materials, compare their physical properties, and consider how materials are chosen for different purposes.
Local Environment and Patterns: Students observe seasonal changes, daily weather patterns, and connections between living things and their environment.

How StudyPug Helps BC Grade 1 Science Students

When a Grade 1 student is stuck on a science concept, StudyPug lets them rewatch a short video lesson as many times as needed and then try a practice problem with a step-by-step explanation. Parents can also use the platform alongside their child to reinforce what was covered in class. If your family wants to support other subjects at the same level, the bc curriculum grade 1 math page covers the full math strand lineup for this year.

StudyPug organizes content by strand so it is easy to jump to the exact topic a child needs without sitting through unrelated material. This makes it practical for a quick homework session or a longer review before school.

Aligned to BC Grade 1 Science Curriculum

Every lesson and practice problem on StudyPug is built around the BC Curriculum's Big Ideas, Curricular Competencies, and Content for Grade 1 science, so the language and concepts your child sees on StudyPug match what their teacher uses in the classroom. Families exploring the full Grade 1 program can also check the english syllabus for class 1 for BC English support at this level.

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Last updated June 5, 2026

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