Ohio Science Curriculum
Ohio science, aligned to the Ohio Learning Standards (OLS) and built for Ohio Science Test prep.
Browse by school level
Elementary School Science
Life, earth, and physical science concepts introduced one grade at a time.
Kindergarten Science
Life cycles, weather, and basic forces in kindergarten science.
1st Grade Science
Life cycles, properties of matter, and light and sound for 1st grade science.
2nd Grade Science
Animal diversity, states of matter, and weather for 2nd grade science.
3rd Grade Science
Ecosystems, simple machines, and landforms for 3rd grade science.
4th Grade Science
Animal senses, biomes, and states of matter 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 earth systems building toward high school science.
High School Science
9th and 10th grade integrated science aligned to Ohio Learning Standards.
Aligned with the Ohio Learning Standards
Every lesson maps to the Ohio Learning Standards by grade, so students find the exact topic their teacher covered and work through it at their own pace.
- Mapped to Ohio Learning Standards, grade by grade
- Ohio Science Test review built into every course
- Unlimited practice problems with worked solutions
Science Curriculum by State
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About the Ohio Science Curriculum
How Ohio Learning Standards Works
Ohio sets its own science standards through the Ohio Learning Standards, organizing content by disciplinary core ideas across all grade levels.
How Ohio Differs
Ohio structures its science sequence with dedicated integrated courses through 10th grade, assessed by the Ohio Science Test in 5th and 8th grade.
How Ohio Science Progresses
Students move from foundational life and earth science in early grades through integrated physical and earth systems science in 9th and 10th grade.
How Ohio Assesses Science
Ohio administers the Ohio Science Test in 5th and 8th grade, with end-of-course assessments based on real exams available for high school students.
Common Questions from Ohio Parents
We've got answers to some popular questions.
Which grades does StudyPug cover for Ohio science?
StudyPug covers Ohio science from Kindergarten through 10th grade, spanning elementary, middle, and high school courses aligned to the Ohio Learning Standards.
How do I find the course that matches my child's class?
Browse by grade band - elementary, middle, or high school - and select the grade that matches your child's current year in school.
Does StudyPug help with the Ohio Science Test?
Yes. Every course includes practice based on real exams, and the content is organized around the Ohio Learning Standards that the Ohio Science Test covers.
Does the course order match what Ohio schools teach?
Yes. Lessons follow the Ohio Learning Standards sequence grade by grade, so topics appear in the same order students encounter them in the classroom.
Can I use StudyPug for homeschooling?
Yes. Lessons are organized by grade and standard and can be worked at the student's own pace, making them a good fit for homeschool science programs.
Reviewed by the StudyPug Curriculum Team
Last updated June 5, 2026
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