Kentucky Science Curriculum
Kentucky science, aligned to the Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) and built for KSA Science testing.
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 patterns for Kindergarten science.
1st Grade Science
Engineering design, life cycles, and weather patterns in 1st grade science.
2nd Grade Science
Growth patterns, states of matter, and weather systems 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, ecosystems, forces, and the bridge into high school science.
6th Grade Science
Cell theory, energy transfer, ecosystems, and geology for 6th grade science.
7th Grade Science
Geology, electricity, and climate change for 7th grade science.
8th Grade Science
Cell theory, atomic structure, forces and motion, geology, and ecosystems for 8th grade science.
High School Science
9th and 10th grade integrated science, mapped to KAS Science.
Aligned with the Kentucky Academic Standards for Science
Each course follows the KAS Science framework and typical classroom pacing, so students find the exact skill their teacher covered and work through it step by step.
- Mapped to KAS Science standards, grade by grade
- KSA Science review built into every course
- Unlimited practice problems with worked solutions
Science Curriculum by State
Select any state to explore its science courses across the United States.
State Standards
CURRICULUM GUIDE
About the Kentucky Science Curriculum
How KAS Science Works
Kentucky sets its own science standards through the Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS), organizing content around phenomena-based learning from Kindergarten through 10th grade.
How Kentucky Differs
Kentucky adopted its own KAS Science standards in 2013, building a three-dimensional learning model that integrates practices, crosscutting concepts, and disciplinary core ideas across all grades.
How Kentucky Science Progresses
Students move from foundational life and earth science in elementary school through matter and forces in middle school, into integrated 9th and 10th grade science courses.
How Kentucky Assesses Science
Kentucky administers the KSA Science assessment to measure student progress, with results informing readiness for advanced coursework in 9th and 10th grade.
Common Questions from Kentucky Parents
We've got answers to some popular questions.
Which grades does StudyPug cover for Kentucky science?
StudyPug covers Kentucky science from Kindergarten through 10th grade, including all elementary, middle school, and high school science courses in the KAS Science sequence.
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 lessons tied to KAS Science standards.
Does StudyPug help with the KSA Science assessment?
Yes. Practice problems and lessons are organized around KAS Science standards and based on real exams, so students review the same content tested by the KSA Science assessment.
Does the lesson order match what Kentucky schools teach?
Courses follow the KAS Science framework and typical Kentucky classroom pacing, so the sequence students see here reflects what their teacher is covering during the school year.
Can I use StudyPug for homeschooling?
Yes. Lessons are organized by grade and KAS Science standard and can be worked at the student's own pace, making it straightforward to use as part of a home science program.
Reviewed by the StudyPug Curriculum Team
Last updated June 5, 2026
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