Pennsylvania Science Curriculum
Pennsylvania science, aligned to PA STEELS and built for PSSA testing.
Browse by school level
Elementary School Science
Life, earth, and physical science from Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Kindergarten Science
Life cycles, weather, and properties of matter for 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 forms of energy for 2nd grade science.
3rd Grade Science
Ecosystems, simple machines, and landforms for 3rd grade science.
4th Grade Science
Animal senses, 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
Earth, life, and physical science concepts bridging into high school.
High School Science
Integrated science in 9th and 10th grade, aligned to PA STEELS.
Aligned with the Pennsylvania PA STEELS Standards
Organized around PA STEELS standards and classroom pacing, so students find the exact skill their teacher covered and work through it.
- Mapped to PA STEELS standards, grade by grade
- PSSA Science review built into every course
- Unlimited practice problems with worked solutions
Science Curriculum by State
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State Standards
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About the Pennsylvania Science Curriculum
How PA STEELS Works
PA STEELS sets science expectations for Pennsylvania and organizes learning around three dimensions: disciplinary core ideas, science practices, and crosscutting concepts.
How Pennsylvania Differs
Pennsylvania adopted PA STEELS in 2022, replacing its prior standards with a three-dimensional framework that integrates engineering practices alongside science content.
How Pennsylvania Science Progresses
Students build from Kindergarten observations through 5th grade earth and life science, then deepen physical and life concepts in 6th through 10th grade.
How Pennsylvania Assesses Science
PSSA Science is administered in 4th and 8th grade, giving families a consistent checkpoint from elementary through middle school science.
Common Questions from Pennsylvania Parents
We've got answers to some popular questions.
Which grades does StudyPug cover for Pennsylvania science?
StudyPug covers Pennsylvania 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 lists its topics so you can confirm the fit.
Does StudyPug help with the PSSA Science test?
Yes. Lessons are organized around PA STEELS standards and practice problems are based on real exams, including the PSSA Science format.
Does the course order match what Pennsylvania schools teach?
Yes. Courses follow the PA STEELS sequence and typical classroom pacing, so students work on exactly what their teacher covered that week.
Can I use StudyPug for homeschooling?
Yes. Lessons are organized by grade and PA STEELS standard and can be worked at the student's own pace, making them a solid fit for homeschool families.
Reviewed by the StudyPug Curriculum Team
Last updated June 5, 2026
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