District of Columbia Science Curriculum
DC science, aligned to District of Columbia academic standards and built for DC CAPE.
Browse by school level
Elementary School Science
Life, earth, and physical science concepts, one course per grade.
Kindergarten Science
Scientific inquiry, basic needs, and weather and seasonal changes for Kindergarten.
1st Grade Science
Engineering design, life cycles, and weather patterns for 1st grade science.
2nd Grade Science
Matter, forces, weather systems, and living things in 2nd grade science.
3rd Grade Science
Ecosystems, forces and simple machines, and landforms for 3rd grade science.
4th Grade Science
Biomes, states of matter, and Earth's structure for 4th grade science.
5th Grade Science
Human body systems, rocks and minerals, and ecosystems for 5th grade science.
Middle School Science
Matter, energy, ecosystems, and the bridge into high school science.
6th Grade Science
Cell theory, ecosystems, energy transfer, and geology for 6th grade science.
7th Grade Science
Research methods, forces and motion, geology, and climate change in 7th grade science.
8th Grade Science
Cell theory, atomic structure, and forces and motion for 8th grade science.
High School Science
9th and 10th grade integrated science aligned to DC academic standards.
Aligned with the District of Columbia academic standards
Each course maps to DC academic standards and follows typical classroom pacing, so students find the exact skill their teacher covered and work through it step by step.
- Mapped to DC academic standards, grade by grade
- DC CAPE review built into every course
- Unlimited practice problems with worked solutions
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About the District of Columbia Science Curriculum
How DC Academic Standards Work
DC sets its own academic standards for science, organizing expectations by grade and strand from Kindergarten through 10th grade.
How the District of Columbia Differs
DC runs a unified science sequence through 10th grade tied to its own academic standards, separate from any neighboring state's framework.
How District of Columbia Science Progresses
Students move from foundational earth and life science in the early grades through integrated physical and life science in 9th and 10th grade.
How DC Assesses Science
DC CAPE measures science performance across tested grades, and coursework through 10th grade supports college readiness in the sciences.
Common Questions from District of Columbia Parents
We've got answers to some popular questions.
Which grades does StudyPug cover for DC science?
StudyPug covers DC science from Kindergarten through 10th grade, spanning elementary, middle, and high school bands aligned to DC academic 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 aligned lessons and practice.
Does StudyPug help with DC CAPE science preparation?
Yes. Each course includes practice problems based on real exams, so students can review the skills tested on DC CAPE as part of their regular study.
Does the course order match what my child's school teaches?
Courses follow the DC academic standards sequence and typical classroom pacing, so topics appear in the same order a student encounters them in school.
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 it a practical fit for homeschool science programs.
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Last updated June 5, 2026
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