Maryland Science Curriculum
Maryland science, aligned to NGSS (Next Generation Science Standards) and built for MISA.
Browse by school level
Elementary School Science
Life, earth, and physical science concepts built grade by grade, Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Kindergarten Science
Scientific inquiry, life cycles, and basic forces for Kindergarten science.
1st Grade Science
Engineering design, life cycles, and weather patterns for 1st grade science.
2nd Grade Science
States of matter, types of forces, 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 space science across 6th, 7th, and 8th grade.
6th Grade Science
Classification, cell theory, and ecosystems in 6th grade science.
7th Grade Science
Research methods, forces and motion, geology, and climate change in 7th grade science.
8th Grade Science
Cell processes, atomic theory, forces and motion, geology, and ecosystems in 8th grade science.
High School Science
Integrated science through 9th and 10th grade, covering core NGSS performance expectations.
Aligned with the Maryland NGSS (Next Generation Science Standards)
Content is organized around Maryland's adopted NGSS standards and typical classroom pacing, so students find the exact skill their teacher covered.
- Mapped to NGSS standards, grade by grade from Kindergarten through 10th grade
- MISA review built into every course at the tested grade levels
- Unlimited practice problems with worked step-by-step solutions included
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About the Maryland Science Curriculum
How NGSS Works in Maryland
Maryland adopted the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), organizing content around disciplinary core ideas, science practices, and crosscutting concepts.
How Maryland Differs
Maryland was among the first states to fully adopt NGSS in 2013, integrating engineering practices into every grade band rather than treating them separately.
How Maryland Science Progresses
Students build from earth and life science basics in early grades through physical and environmental science in middle school, reaching integrated 9th and 10th grade science.
How Maryland Assesses Science
Maryland uses the MISA (Maryland Integrated Science Assessment) to measure NGSS proficiency, with additional college readiness pathways available through high school coursework.
Common Questions from Maryland Parents
We've got answers to some popular questions.
Which grades does StudyPug cover for Maryland science?
StudyPug covers Maryland science from Kindergarten through 10th grade, across elementary, middle, and high school bands aligned to NGSS.
How do I find the course that matches my child's class?
Browse by grade - each course is labeled by year, so 7th Grade Science matches your child's 7th grade class directly.
Does StudyPug help with the MISA science test?
Yes. Practice problems and lessons are built around NGSS performance expectations, based on real exams like the MISA, to keep students prepared.
Does the course order match what Maryland schools teach?
Yes. Courses follow Maryland's NGSS-based sequence and typical classroom pacing, so students review what their teacher is covering that week.
Can I use StudyPug for homeschooling?
Yes. Lessons are organized by grade and NGSS standard, and students can work through them at their own pace, making it a practical homeschool resource.
Reviewed by the StudyPug Curriculum Team
Last updated June 5, 2026
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