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

Yes. StudyPug covers every strand in the NC Standard Course of Study for 1st grade science, including life cycles, weather, and properties of matter, so your child can find help on exactly what was assigned in class.

How are the science lessons delivered for 1st grade?

Each topic is taught through short video lessons followed by practice problems and step-by-step solutions, so 1st graders can watch, try a question, and review the worked example if they get stuck.

Is there a North Carolina state science test for 1st grade?

North Carolina's STAAR-equivalent science assessments are given in later grades. There is no state science test for 1st grade, so the focus at this level is building foundational skills aligned to the NC Standard Course of Study.

Can my child use StudyPug on a tablet or phone?

Yes. StudyPug works on tablets, phones, and computers, so your child can practice 1st grade science lessons 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 see the content before committing, and every paid plan includes a 30-day money-back guarantee if it is not the right fit for your child.

NC 1st Grade Science Curriculum

Give your child a strong start in 1st grade science with lessons and practice that follow exactly what North Carolina schools teach, from living things to light and sound.

NC 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 North Carolina science

North Carolina follows the NC Standard Course of Study for science, organized around hands-on strands that build foundational knowledge. In 1st grade, students explore engineering design and STEM skills, classification of plants and animals, survival needs and life cycles, properties and changes of matter, motion, light and sound, daily patterns, weather, natural resources, and local ecosystems. StudyPug provides lessons and practice problems for every one of these strands, aligned to what your child is learning in class.

Strands covered: engineering design, life cycles, plants and animals, properties and changes, motion, light and sound, weather, natural resources, and local ecosystems
Step-by-step lessons and worked examples for every 1st grade science topic
Practice problems with instant feedback to reinforce classroom learning
Fully aligned to the North Carolina Standard Course of Study for 1st Grade Science

Curriculum topics by strand

Browse lessons and practice questions organized by strand and aligned to the NC Standard Course of Study for 1st Grade Science.

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NC 1st Grade Science Topics

STEM Skills and Engineering Design - foundational practices for asking questions, solving problems, and designing solutions.
Classification - sorting and grouping living and non-living things by observable properties.
Survival Needs, Life Cycles, Plants, and Animals - what living things need to survive, how they grow, and how plants and animals are structured.
Properties and Changes - describing materials by their physical properties and observing how they can change.
Motion, Light, and Sound - how objects move and how light and sound travel and behave.
Daily Patterns and Weather - observing patterns in the sky, tracking weather, and understanding how it affects daily life.
Natural Resources and Local Ecosystems - identifying resources in the environment and exploring how living things interact in local habitats.
Tools and Traditional Knowledge - using science tools safely and recognizing how traditional knowledge contributes to scientific understanding.

How StudyPug Helps NC 1st Grade Science Students

When a 1st grader gets stuck on a concept like life cycles or properties of matter, StudyPug provides short video lessons that break the topic down into clear, manageable steps. After watching, students move straight into practice problems with instant feedback, and a step-by-step video solution is always available if they need a second look. For families looking for grade 1 science help that fits into a busy evening, every lesson is self-contained and easy to pick up and put down.

StudyPug also supports transitions between years. Parents getting ready for next year can preview topics on the NC grade 2 science curriculum page, and those who want to revisit earlier concepts can check the NC kindergarten science curriculum page to fill any gaps before moving forward.

Aligned to NC 1st Grade Science Curriculum

Every lesson and practice problem on StudyPug is mapped to the North Carolina Standard Course of Study for 1st Grade Science. The strands covered - from engineering design and classification through weather, natural resources, and local ecosystems - follow the same sequence and vocabulary your child encounters in a North Carolina classroom, so there is no mismatch between what they learn at school and what they practice at home.

Written by the StudyPug Science Team

Last updated June 5, 2026

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