South Dakota Science Curriculum
South Dakota science, aligned to SD Science Standards and built for state testing.
Browse by school level
Elementary School Science
Life, earth, and physical science concepts explored one grade at a time.
Kindergarten Science
Scientific inquiry, basic needs, and weather and seasonal changes for Kindergarten.
1st Grade Science
Engineering design, life cycles, and weather patterns for 1st grade science.
2nd Grade Science
Growth patterns, states of matter, and weather for 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, matter and energy, and ecosystems for 5th grade science.
Middle School Science
Deeper investigation of matter, ecosystems, and earth systems in 6th through 8th grade.
6th Grade Science
Cell theory, ecosystems, energy transfer, and geology for 6th grade science.
7th Grade Science
Research methods, matter and energy, forces and motion, geology, and climate change for 7th grade science.
8th Grade Science
Cell theory, atomic structure, forces and motion, geology, and ecosystems for 8th grade science.
High School Science
Integrated science across 9th and 10th grade, covering core physical and life science.
Aligned with the South Dakota Science Standards
Each course is organized around the SD Science Standards and follows typical classroom pacing, so a student can find the exact concept covered that day and work through it.
- Mapped to SD Science Standards, grade by grade
- Built-in review for South Dakota state science assessments
- Unlimited practice problems with step-by-step worked solutions
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About the South Dakota Science Curriculum
How SD Science Standards Work
South Dakota sets its own science standards, organizing expectations by grade band around life, earth, and physical science strands from Kindergarten through 10th grade.
How South Dakota Differs
South Dakota adopted its own SD Science Standards rather than NGSS, giving the state direct control over the scope and sequence of science concepts at each grade level.
How South Dakota Science Progresses
Students build from basic observations in early grades through structured inquiry in middle school, finishing with integrated science in 9th and 10th grade.
How South Dakota Assesses Science
The SD Science Assessment tests students at select grade levels, with 10th grade marking the end of the required integrated science sequence before elective courses.
Common Questions from South Dakota Parents
We've got answers to some popular questions.
Which grades does StudyPug cover for South Dakota science?
StudyPug covers South Dakota 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 grade your child is in - each course follows the SD Science Standards sequence used in South Dakota classrooms.
Does StudyPug help with South Dakota state science assessments?
Yes. Practice problems and lessons are built around the SD Science Standards, based on real exams, so students can review the concepts most likely to appear on state assessments.
Does the course order match what my child's school teaches?
Yes. Each course follows the typical South Dakota pacing for that grade, so students can find and practice exactly what their teacher covered that week.
Can I use StudyPug for homeschooling?
Yes. Lessons are organized by grade and SD Science Standard and can be worked through at the student's own pace, making them a strong fit for home-based learning.
Reviewed by the StudyPug Curriculum Team
Last updated June 5, 2026
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