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

Yes. StudyPug covers every topic in Georgia 1st grade science, from life cycles and plants to weather and properties of matter, so your child can find a lesson that matches whatever they are working on in class.

How long are the video lessons for 1st grade 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 concentration. Your child can pause and replay as many times as needed.

Is there a Georgia state science test for 1st graders?

Georgia Milestones assessments for science are not administered in 1st grade. Formal science testing under Georgia Milestones begins at later grade levels, but building strong foundations now prepares students for those assessments ahead.

Can my child use StudyPug on a tablet or phone?

Yes. StudyPug works on tablets, phones, and computers, so your child can practice Georgia 1st grade science at home, on the go, or anywhere with an internet connection.

Can I try StudyPug before paying?

Yes. StudyPug offers free sample lessons so you can explore the content before subscribing. All paid plans also include a 30-day money-back guarantee, so there is no risk in getting started.

GA 1st Grade Science Curriculum

Give your child the support they need for 1st grade science in Georgia. Our lessons follow what local schools teach, covering living things, physical science, and the natural world.

GA 1st Grade 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

1st Grade Science

About 1st Grade Georgia science

Georgia follows the Georgia Standards of Excellence for science, organizing learning around life science, physical science, and earth science strands. In 1st grade, students explore classification, survival needs, life cycles, plants, and animals alongside properties of matter, motion, light and sound, weather, and local ecosystems. StudyPug provides step-by-step lessons and practice problems that match exactly what Georgia 1st graders cover in class.

Strands covered: life cycles, plants and animals, properties, motion, light and sound, weather, and local ecosystems
Lessons and step-by-step explanations for every 1st grade Georgia science topic
Practice problems and guided exercises aligned to Georgia Standards of Excellence
STEM skills and engineering design challenges built into the course

Curriculum topics by strand

Lessons and practice for every strand, aligned to the Georgia Standards of Excellence for 1st grade science.

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Georgia 1st Grade Science Topics

STEM Skills and Engineering Design: Students learn to ask questions, plan investigations, and work through the engineering design process to solve simple problems.
Classification, Survival Needs, and Life Cycles: Lessons cover how living things are sorted by traits, what plants and animals need to survive, and how organisms change through their life cycles.
Plants and Animals: Students examine the structures and behaviors of plants and animals and how those features help them meet their needs.
Properties and Changes: Learners observe and describe physical properties of objects and explore how materials can change.
Motion, Light, and Sound: Students investigate how objects move and how light and sound behave in the world around them.
Daily Patterns and Weather: Lessons address patterns in the sky, seasonal changes, and how weather affects daily life.
Natural Resources and Local Ecosystems: Students explore where natural resources come from and how living things interact in local environments.
Tools and Traditional Knowledge: Learners use science tools for observation and measurement and connect scientific ideas to traditional ways of knowing.

How StudyPug Helps Georgia 1st Grade Science Students

When a student gets stuck on a concept like life cycles or the properties of matter, StudyPug lets them go back to the exact lesson they need, work through it at their own pace, and try practice problems right away. Every lesson is built around the strands Georgia 1st graders cover, so nothing feels out of place. For focused grade 1 science help, students can jump straight to the topic giving them trouble.

Parents can also check progress and assign specific topics, making it easy to support learning at home without having to re-teach the material from scratch. Whether a child is reviewing weather patterns or exploring engineering design, StudyPug keeps practice connected to what is happening in the classroom.

Aligned to Georgia 1st Grade Science Curriculum

All StudyPug content for 1st grade science is aligned to the Georgia Standards of Excellence, the same framework Georgia teachers use to plan instruction. Topics follow the life science, physical science, and earth science strands defined by the state, so lessons reinforce exactly what students are expected to learn. Families moving between grades can also explore the ga grade 2 science curriculum to see what comes next.

Written by the StudyPug Science Team

Last updated June 5, 2026

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