Nevada Science Curriculum
Nevada science, aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and built for state testing.
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Elementary School Science
Life, earth, and physical science foundations, one course per 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
Growth patterns, states of matter, and types of forces 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, energy, ecosystems, and the bridge into integrated high school science.
6th Grade Science
Classification, cell theory, ecosystems, and geology for 6th grade science.
7th Grade Science
Forces and motion, geology and atmosphere, and energy flow in ecosystems.
8th Grade Science
Cell theory, atomic structure, forces and motion, and geology for 8th grade science.
High School Science
9th and 10th grade integrated science, built on the Nevada NGSS framework.
Aligned with the Nevada Academic Content Standards
Organized around the Nevada NGSS adoption and typical classroom pacing, so a student finds the exact topic their teacher covered and works through it the same day.
- Mapped to Nevada NGSS standards, grade by grade
- Nevada Science Assessment review built into every course
- Unlimited practice problems with worked solutions
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About the Nevada Science Curriculum
How Nevada NGSS Works
Nevada adopted the Next Generation Science Standards, organizing science around three dimensions: disciplinary core ideas, science practices, and crosscutting concepts.
How Nevada Differs
Nevada fully integrated NGSS into its Nevada Academic Content Standards, making three-dimensional learning the official framework rather than a supplementary layer.
How Nevada Science Progresses
Students move from foundational life and earth science in Kindergarten through 5th grade into integrated physical, life, and earth science through 8th and 10th grade.
How Nevada Assesses Science
Nevada administers the Nevada Science Assessment in 5th and 8th grade, with NGSS-aligned end-of-course assessments supporting college readiness in high school.
Common Questions from Nevada Parents
We've got answers to some popular questions.
Which grades does StudyPug cover for Nevada science?
StudyPug covers Nevada science from Kindergarten through 10th grade, across elementary, middle, and high school bands.
How do I find the course that matches my child's class?
Browse by grade band and select the course name that matches your child's current class - each course is labeled by grade.
Does StudyPug help with the Nevada Science Assessment?
Yes - lessons and practice problems are organized around Nevada NGSS standards and based on real exams, including the Nevada Science Assessment given in 5th and 8th grade.
Does the course order match what Nevada schools teach?
Yes - courses follow the Nevada Academic Content Standards sequence and typical classroom pacing, so topics appear in the same order a student encounters them at school.
Can I use StudyPug for homeschooling?
Yes - lessons are organized by grade and Nevada NGSS standard and can be worked through at the student's own pace, making them a practical fit for homeschool families.
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Last updated June 5, 2026
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