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

Yes. StudyPug covers every 1st grade Kentucky science strand, including life cycles, weather, and properties of matter, so your child can get step-by-step help on exactly what their class is working on.

How are the science lessons delivered?

Each lesson uses certified-teacher video instruction paired with practice problems and worked examples, so students can watch, review, and practice at their own pace until the concept clicks.

Is there a Kentucky state science test for 1st grade?

Kentucky assesses science through the Kentucky Academic Standards, but formal statewide science testing in 1st grade is not standard. State-level science assessments are typically given in later grades.

Can my child use StudyPug on a tablet or phone?

Yes. StudyPug works on tablets, phones, and computers, so your child can access 1st grade science lessons and practice 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. There is also a 30-day money-back guarantee if the plan is not the right fit for your family.

KY 1st Grade Science Curriculum

Give your child a strong science foundation with lessons and practice built around what Kentucky 1st graders study in class, from living things to weather and natural resources.

KY 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 Kentucky science

Kentucky follows the Kentucky Academic Standards for Science, which are aligned to the Next Generation Science Learning Standards framework. In 1st grade, students explore classification, survival needs, life cycles, plants, and animals, alongside physical science topics like properties of matter, motion, and light and sound. Earth science strands cover daily patterns, weather, and natural resources. StudyPug provides lessons, practice problems, and step-by-step explanations for every strand in this course.

Strands: STEM Skills, Engineering Design, Classification, Survival Needs, Life Cycles, Plants, Animals, Properties, Changes, Motion, Light and Sound, Daily Patterns, Weather, and Natural Resources
Lessons and step-by-step explanations for every 1st grade science topic
Practice problems and guided practice aligned to Kentucky Academic Standards
Tools including Foundation Review, Challenge Zone, and Smart Recommendations

Curriculum topics by strand

Browse 1st grade science lessons and practice problems organized by strand, aligned to the Kentucky Academic Standards for Science.

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Kentucky 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: Students sort living and nonliving things, explore what plants and animals need to survive, and trace how organisms grow and change over time.
Plants and Animals: Students examine the structures of plants and animals and how those structures help organisms meet their needs in their environment.
Properties and Changes: Students observe and describe physical properties of materials and explore how materials can be changed.
Motion, Light, and Sound: Students investigate how objects move, how light travels, and how sound is produced and detected.
Daily Patterns and Weather: Students observe patterns in the sky, track daily and seasonal weather changes, and describe weather using measurable properties.
Natural Resources and Local Ecosystems: Students identify natural resources, learn how living things depend on their environment, and explore local ecosystems and traditional knowledge about the natural world.

How StudyPug Helps Kentucky 1st Grade Science Students

When a 1st grader gets stuck on a science concept, StudyPug gives them a place to go back and watch a clear, teacher-led explanation before trying practice problems again. Parents can use the Parent Assignments feature to focus their child on specific strands like life cycles or weather. For students who need a refresher, the Foundation Review strand builds the groundwork before moving into new material. You can find grade 1 science help across all the topics covered in this course.

StudyPug also supports continuity across grade levels. Families who want to preview what comes next can explore the ky grade 2 science curriculum, or revisit foundational topics from the ky kindergarten science curriculum if a student needs extra support.

Aligned to Kentucky 1st Grade Science Curriculum

Every lesson and practice problem on StudyPug for 1st grade science is built around the Kentucky Academic Standards for Science, which follow the Next Generation Science Learning Standards framework. Topics like engineering design, classification, weather, and properties of matter map directly to what Kentucky 1st graders are expected to learn, so students practice exactly what their teachers are covering in class.

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Last updated June 5, 2026

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