Alaska Science Curriculum
Alaska science, aligned to the Alaska Science Standards and built for state testing.
Browse by school level
Elementary School Science
Earth, life, and physical science concepts introduced grade by grade.
Kindergarten Science
Life cycles, weather, and basic forces for kindergarten science.
1st Grade Science
Life cycles, properties of matter, and light and sound for 1st grade science.
2nd Grade Science
Growth patterns, states of matter, and types of forces for 2nd grade science.
3rd Grade Science
Ecosystems, simple machines, and landforms for 3rd grade science.
4th Grade Science
Animal senses, biomes, and states of matter for 4th grade science.
5th Grade Science
Body systems, ecosystems, and rocks and minerals for 5th grade science.
Middle School Science
Deeper inquiry into matter, ecosystems, and Earth systems in 6th through 8th grade.
High School Science
Integrated science through 9th and 10th grade, covering physical and life systems.
Aligned with the Alaska Science Standards
Organized around the Alaska Science Standards so students find the exact concept their teacher covered and work through it at their own pace.
- Mapped to Alaska Science Standards, grade by grade
- Built-in review for the Alaska Science Assessment
- Unlimited practice problems with worked solutions
Science Curriculum by State
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State Standards
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About the Alaska Science Curriculum
How Alaska Science Standards Work
Alaska sets its own science standards, which are aligned to NGSS principles and organized by grade-level disciplinary core ideas, practices, and crosscutting concepts.
How Alaska Differs
Alaska integrates local environmental and indigenous knowledge contexts into its science standards, grounding concepts in ecosystems and landscapes specific to the state.
How Alaska Science Progresses
Students begin with foundational earth and life science in elementary grades, build inquiry skills in middle school, and reach integrated physical and earth systems by 10th grade.
How Alaska Assesses Science
The Alaska Science Assessment tests students in selected grades, with the AK STAR program covering science alongside other subjects for state accountability.
Common Questions from Alaska Parents
We've got answers to some popular questions.
Which grades does StudyPug cover for Alaska science?
StudyPug covers Alaska science from Kindergarten through 10th grade, spanning elementary, middle, and high school courses aligned to the Alaska Science Standards.
How do I find the course that matches my child's class?
Browse by grade band - elementary, middle, or high school - and select the grade that matches your child's current class to find the right course.
Does StudyPug help with the Alaska Science Assessment?
Yes. Practice problems and lessons are built around the Alaska Science Standards, so the content is based on real exams students encounter in state testing.
Does the course order match what Alaska schools teach?
Yes. Courses follow the Alaska Science Standards sequence grade by grade, so topics appear in the same order your child's teacher covers them in class.
Can I use StudyPug for homeschooling?
Yes. Lessons are organized by grade and standard and can be worked at the student's own pace, making them a practical fit for homeschool science instruction.
Reviewed by the StudyPug Curriculum Team
Last updated June 5, 2026
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