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

Yes. Find the topic in the list above, work through the step-by-step lesson, then practice with similar problems to build understanding.

Is there a science test for 1st graders in Washington DC?

DC does not have a standardized science test in 1st grade. DC science assessments begin in later grades. 1st grade builds the foundation for those tests.

What science topics do DC 1st graders learn?

DC 1st graders study plants, animals, habitats, weather, and basic properties of materials, all aligned to Washington DC's science learning standards.

Can my child use StudyPug on a tablet or phone?

Yes. StudyPug works on computers, tablets, and phones. Your child can access lessons and practice problems at home or on the go, anytime.

Can I try StudyPug before paying?

Yes. You can explore topics and try sample lessons for free. Subscribe when you are ready to unlock full access to all lessons and practice problems.

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

Yes. Find the topic in the list above, work through the step-by-step lesson, then practice with similar problems to build understanding.

Is there a science test for 1st graders in Washington DC?

DC does not have a standardized science test in 1st grade. DC science assessments begin in later grades. 1st grade builds the foundation for those tests.

What science topics do DC 1st graders learn?

DC 1st graders study plants, animals, habitats, weather, and basic properties of materials, all aligned to Washington DC's science learning standards.

Can my child use StudyPug on a tablet or phone?

Yes. StudyPug works on computers, tablets, and phones. Your child can access lessons and practice problems at home or on the go, anytime.

Can I try StudyPug before paying?

Yes. You can explore topics and try sample lessons for free. Subscribe when you are ready to unlock full access to all lessons and practice problems.

District of Columbia

1st Grade Science

DC 1st Grade Science Curriculum

Lessons and practice for every 1st grade science topic. Aligned to what Washington DC schools teach. Help your child keep up or get ahead.

DC 1st Grade Science Curriculum | StudyPugHelp

ID	Standard	StudyPug Topic
1.1	STEM Skills:	Research Process, Basic steps in scientific investigation Data Collection, Recording observations systematically Safety Procedures, Lab safety and proper tool use

1.2

Engineering Design:

Problem Solving, Identifying problems and testing solutions

Materials Use, Selecting appropriate materials for tasks

2.1

Classification:

Living vs Non-living, Characteristics that define life

Plant Classification, Major plant groups and characteristics

Animal Classification, Major animal groups and characteristics

2.2

Survival Needs:

Basic Requirements, Air, water, food, shelter, space

Habitat Types, Different environments where organisms live

2.3

Life Cycles:

Growth Patterns, How different organisms grow and change

Parent-Offspring Relations, Similarities between parents and offspring

3.1

Plants:

Plant Parts, Functions of roots, stems, leaves, flowers

Plant Responses, Reactions to light, water, touch

3.2

Animals:

External Features, Body coverings, limbs, sensory organs

Movement Types, How different animals move

4.1

Properties:

Physical Properties, Observable characteristics of materials

States of Matter, Solids, liquids, and their properties

4.2

Changes:

Physical Changes, Reversible changes in materials

Material Uses, Selecting materials for specific purposes

5.1

Motion:

Types of Motion, Push, pull, speed, direction

Simple Machines, Introduction to basic machines

5.2

Light and Sound:

Light Properties, Sources, reflection, shadows

Sound Properties, Volume, pitch, vibration

6.1

Daily Patterns:

Sun Movement, Daily sun patterns

Moon Phases, Basic moon observations

6.2

Weather:

Weather Measurement, Temperature, precipitation, wind

Seasonal Changes, Weather patterns across seasons

7.1

Natural Resources:

Basic Resources, Common natural resources

Conservation, Reducing, reusing, recycling

7.2

Local Ecosystems:

Community Habitats, Local plants and animals

Human Impact, Effects of human activity

8.1

Tools:

Scientific Tools, Basic measurement instruments

Everyday Technology, Common technological solutions

9.1

Traditional Knowledge:

Indigenous Practices, Local traditional ecological knowledge

Cultural Uses, Traditional uses of plants and animals

1st Grade Science in Washington DC

Washington DC 1st grade science follows standards that introduce young learners to the natural world around them. Students explore living things, weather patterns, and the basic properties of materials. These early science skills build the curiosity and observation habits that carry through every grade.

Key Topics in DC 1st Grade Science

Plants and animals — how living things grow, survive, and interact with their environment
Habitats — where animals and plants live and what they need to thrive
Weather patterns — observing and describing daily and seasonal weather changes
Properties of matter — sorting and describing materials by their physical characteristics

How StudyPug Supports DC 1st Graders

StudyPug provides lessons and practice problems for every 1st grade science topic covered in Washington DC schools. Each lesson breaks concepts into small, easy-to-follow steps so students can understand at their own pace. Parents can use StudyPug to support homework help without needing to re-learn the material themselves.

Aligned to Washington DC Science Standards

All StudyPug content for DC 1st grade science is built around what Washington DC schools actually teach. Whether your child is studying weather one week and animal habitats the next, StudyPug follows the same sequence so your child is always working on what matters most right now.