Will this help with my child's Kindergarten science homework?

Yes. Find the topic in the table above, work through the lesson, then practice with similar problems to build confidence and understanding.

Is Kindergarten science tested in Maryland?

Maryland does not formally test Kindergarten science. Content builds foundational skills for later MCAP assessments in higher grades.

What science topics do Maryland Kindergarteners learn?

Maryland Kindergarteners explore weather patterns, plant and animal needs, pushes and pulls, and how sunlight warms the Earth's surface.

Can my child use StudyPug on a tablet or phone?

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Will this help with my child's Kindergarten science homework?

Yes. Find the topic in the table above, work through the lesson, then practice with similar problems to build confidence and understanding.

Is Kindergarten science tested in Maryland?

Maryland does not formally test Kindergarten science. Content builds foundational skills for later MCAP assessments in higher grades.

What science topics do Maryland Kindergarteners learn?

Maryland Kindergarteners explore weather patterns, plant and animal needs, pushes and pulls, and how sunlight warms the Earth's surface.

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 from anywhere, anytime.

Can I try StudyPug before paying?

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

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Kindergarten Science

Maryland Kindergarten Science Curriculum

Lessons and practice for every Kindergarten science topic. Aligned to what Maryland schools teach. Help your child build science skills from day one.

Maryland Kindergarten Science Curriculum | StudyPugHelp

ID	Standard	StudyPug Topic
1.1	Scientific Inquiry:	Observation Skills, Using senses to observe and describe objects and phenomena Basic Measurements, Simple comparisons of size, weight, temperature Question Formation, Asking questions about observations

2.1

Basic Needs:

Habitat Components, Food, water, shelter, and space requirements

Plants vs Animals, Basic differences in how they meet their needs

2.2

Characteristics:

Plant Features, Basic parts: roots, stems, leaves, flowers, seeds

Animal Features, Observable characteristics: shape, size, body coverings

2.3

Life Cycles:

Growth and Change, Basic patterns of growth in plants and animals

3.1

Properties:

Material Properties, Color, texture, hardness, flexibility

Familiar Materials, Wood, fabric, plastic, metal, glass, sand

3.2

Classification:

Sorting Materials, Grouping by observable properties

4.1

Basic Forces:

Push and Pull, Effects of different strengths and directions

Movement Types, Bounce, roll, slide

4.2

Simple Machines:

Basic Tools, Introduction to simple tools and their uses

5.1

Weather:

Temperature, Hot, cold, cool, warm

Cloud Cover, Clear, cloudy, partly cloudy

Precipitation, Rain, snow

Wind, Calm, breezy, windy

5.2

Seasonal Changes:

Seasons, Characteristics of each season

Weather Patterns, Basic weather observations and recording

6.1

Sky Objects:

Day and Night, Sun, moon, and stars

Daily Patterns, Basic observations of sun and moon movement

7.1

Problem Solving:

Design Process, Simple solutions to basic problems

Tools and Materials, Appropriate use of basic tools

8.1

Stewardship:

Conservation, Basic resource conservation practices

Local Environment, Caring for immediate environment

9.1

Indigenous Knowledge:

Local Knowledge, Traditional uses of plants and animals

Seasonal Connections, Cultural significance of seasons and weather

Maryland Kindergarten Science Standards

Maryland Kindergarten science follows the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), which guide what students learn about the living world, physical science, and Earth and space science. StudyPug covers every key topic so your child gets the support they need at home.

Key Topics in Kindergarten Science

Weather and climate — observing daily weather patterns and seasonal changes
Needs of plants and animals — what living things need to survive and grow
Pushes and pulls — how forces change the motion of objects
Sunlight and warmth — how the sun affects Earth's surface temperature
Asking questions and making observations — science practices for young learners

How StudyPug Helps Maryland Kindergarteners

StudyPug breaks down every Kindergarten science topic into simple, guided lessons followed by practice problems. Whether your child needs help with a class assignment or wants to explore a topic further, StudyPug makes it easy to find the right lesson and get started right away.

Building a Foundation for Future Science

The science concepts introduced in Kindergarten lay the groundwork for more advanced learning in Grades 1 through 5. A strong start with weather, living things, and physical science helps Maryland students build confidence and curiosity that carries forward through their entire science education.