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

Yes. StudyPug covers every strand in the New Mexico 1st grade science course, including life cycles, weather, and properties of matter, so your child can find step-by-step explanations for whatever topic came home that day.

What do the science lessons look like for 1st grade?

Each lesson walks through the concept step by step with clear explanations and worked examples, followed by practice problems so your child can check their understanding right away.

Is there a state science test for 1st grade in New Mexico?

New Mexico's standardized science assessments are given in grades 5, 8, and high school, not in 1st grade. StudyPug still builds the foundational skills students will need for those later assessments.

Can my child use StudyPug on a tablet or phone?

Yes. StudyPug works on tablets, phones, and computers, so your 1st grader can practice science at home, in the car, or anywhere else that suits your family's routine.

Can I try StudyPug before paying?

Yes. StudyPug offers free sample lessons so you can explore the content before subscribing, and every paid plan comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee if it is not the right fit.

NM 1st Grade Science Curriculum

Give your 1st grader the support they need to keep up with New Mexico science class. Lessons and practice cover every strand, from living things to light and sound.

NM 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 New Mexico science

New Mexico follows the New Mexico STEM-Ready Science Standards, which are aligned to the Next Generation Science Framework and organized around disciplinary core ideas, science and engineering practices, and crosscutting concepts. In 1st grade, students explore classification, survival needs, life cycles, plants, animals, properties of matter, motion, light and sound, weather, natural resources, and local ecosystems. StudyPug provides lessons, practice problems, and step-by-step explanations for every strand in this course.

Strands: STEM Skills, Engineering Design, Classification, Life Cycles, Plants, Animals, Properties, Motion, Light and Sound, Weather, Natural Resources, and Local Ecosystems
Step-by-step lessons and guided practice for every 1st grade science topic
Practice problems and worked examples aligned to New Mexico STEM-Ready Science Standards
Tools, Traditional Knowledge, and Foundation Review to build and reinforce core concepts

Curriculum topics by strand

Browse 1st grade science lessons and practice problems organized by strand and aligned to the New Mexico STEM-Ready Science Standards.

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NM 1st Grade Science Topics

STEM Skills and Engineering Design - introduces the practices scientists and engineers use to ask questions, investigate, and build solutions.
Classification, Survival Needs, and Life Cycles - explores how living things are grouped, what they need to survive, and how they grow and change over time.
Plants and Animals - examines the structures, behaviors, and habitats of plants and animals found in New Mexico and beyond.
Properties and Changes - covers how matter can be described by its physical properties and how it can change.
Motion, Light and Sound - investigates how objects move and how light and sound travel and interact with materials.
Daily Patterns and Weather - looks at patterns in the sky and how weather conditions change from day to day and season to season.
Natural Resources and Local Ecosystems - connects students to the land, resources, and living communities in their own region.
Tools, Traditional Knowledge, and Foundation Review - builds science process skills while honoring Indigenous knowledge and reinforcing core concepts.

How StudyPug Helps New Mexico 1st Grade Science Students

When a 1st grader gets stuck on a topic like life cycles or the properties of matter, StudyPug lets them revisit the concept at their own pace with step-by-step explanations and practice problems. Parents can track progress and assign specific lessons through the parent dashboard. For a full look at what is covered, explore our grade 1 science help resources.

Students who already feel confident can move ahead with the Challenge Zone, while those building foundational skills can start with the Foundation Review. Once 1st grade is complete, families can get a head start by previewing the nm grade 2 science curriculum to see what comes next.

Aligned to NM 1st Grade Science Curriculum

Every lesson on StudyPug for 1st grade science is organized to match the New Mexico STEM-Ready Science Standards, which are aligned to the Next Generation Science Framework. The strands - from engineering design and classification through weather and local ecosystems - follow the same sequence and vocabulary your child encounters in class, so the practice on StudyPug reinforces exactly what is being taught in New Mexico schools.

Written by the StudyPug Science Team

Last updated June 5, 2026

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