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

Yes. StudyPug covers every Nova Scotia Grade 1 science strand, including life cycles, weather, and properties of materials, so your child can find step-by-step explanations for exactly what was taught in class that day.

How are the science lessons structured for Grade 1?

Each lesson breaks a single concept into short, clear steps with worked examples and practice problems. Grade 1 topics like plants, animals, and motion are presented simply so young learners can follow along independently or with a parent.

Is there a provincial science test for Grade 1 in Nova Scotia?

Nova Scotia does not administer a formal provincial science assessment in Grade 1. Provincial assessments are used at selected grades. Grade 1 science is assessed through classroom activities and teacher observation.

Can my child use StudyPug on a tablet or phone?

Yes. StudyPug works on tablets, phones, and computers, so your child can access Grade 1 science lessons and practice at home, in the car, or anywhere with an internet connection.

Can I try StudyPug before paying?

Yes. StudyPug offers free sample lessons so you can explore Grade 1 science content before committing. Every paid plan also comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee if you are not satisfied.

NS Grade 1 Science Curriculum

Give your child the support they need to explore Nova Scotia Grade 1 science, from survival needs and life cycles to weather and local ecosystems, all tied to what their class is learning.

NS Grade 1 Science Curriculum

CO_IDCurriculum OutcomeStudyPug Topic

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 Nova Scotia science

Nova Scotia follows the Nova Scotia Curriculum, which develops scientific thinking through hands-on strands covering both natural and physical worlds. In Grade 1, students explore survival needs, life cycles, plants, animals, properties of materials, motion, light and sound, weather, natural resources, and local ecosystems. StudyPug provides step-by-step lessons and practice problems matched to every strand so students can build confidence alongside their classroom work.

Strands: Life cycles, Plants and Animals, Properties and Changes, Motion, Light and Sound, Weather, Natural Resources, and Local Ecosystems
Step-by-step lessons and guided practice for every strand
Practice problems and worked examples aligned to the Nova Scotia Curriculum
STEM skills, Engineering Design, and Foundation Review to support all learners

Curriculum topics by strand

Browse Grade 1 science lessons and practice problems aligned to the Nova Scotia Curriculum.

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NS Grade 1 Science Topics

STEM Skills and Engineering Design - foundational thinking and design process skills introduced at the Grade 1 level.
Classification and Survival Needs - sorting living things and identifying what plants and animals need to survive.
Life Cycles - exploring how living things grow and change over time.
Plants and Animals - structures, behaviours, and characteristics of plants and animals in local environments.
Properties and Changes - observing and describing the physical properties of materials and how they can change.
Motion - investigating how objects move and what affects their movement.
Light and Sound - exploring sources of light and sound and how they travel.
Daily Patterns and Weather - recognizing patterns in the sky and describing local weather conditions.
Natural Resources and Local Ecosystems - understanding how living things depend on natural resources and each other.
Traditional Knowledge and Tools - connecting science concepts to Indigenous ways of knowing and everyday tools.

How StudyPug Helps NS Grade 1 Science Students

When a student gets stuck on a concept like life cycles or the properties of materials, StudyPug lets them revisit the lesson at their own pace with worked examples and practice problems. Parents can track progress and assign specific topics through Parent Assignments to keep learning on track. For grade 1 science help that matches what Nova Scotia classrooms teach, StudyPug covers every strand from survival needs to local ecosystems.

Students who want to get ahead or review what came before can also explore the ns kindergarten science curriculum or look forward to the ns grade 2 science curriculum to see how concepts build over time.

Aligned to NS Grade 1 Science Curriculum

Every lesson and practice problem on StudyPug is built to match the Nova Scotia Curriculum for Grade 1 science, covering the same strands and concepts that students encounter in their classrooms, including Traditional Knowledge, so families can be confident the content supports what is being taught at school.

Written by the StudyPug Science Team

Last updated June 5, 2026

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