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

Yes. StudyPug covers every strand in South Dakota's 1st grade science course, including life cycles, weather, properties of matter, and engineering design, so your child can find help on exactly what their teacher assigned.

How are the science lessons structured?

Each lesson walks through the concept step by step, then offers practice problems and worked examples so students can check their understanding before moving on to the next topic in the strand.

Is there a state science test for 1st grade in South Dakota?

South Dakota administers statewide science assessments at select grade levels, but 1st grade is not one of the tested years. Your child will still build the foundation they need for later assessments.

Can my child use StudyPug on a tablet or phone?

Yes. StudyPug works on tablets, phones, and computers, so your child can practice 1st grade science lessons at home, in the car, or anywhere else that is convenient for your family.

Can I try StudyPug before paying?

Yes. StudyPug offers free sample lessons so you can see how the content works before committing. There is also a 30-day money-back guarantee if the subscription is not the right fit for your family.

SD 1st Grade Science Curriculum

Give your child the support they need to keep up with South Dakota's 1st grade science class. Our lessons cover every strand your school teaches, from living things to physical science.

SD 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 South Dakota science

South Dakota follows the SD Science Standards, organized around disciplinary core ideas, science and engineering practices, and crosscutting concepts. In 1st grade, students explore classification of living things, survival needs, life cycles, plants, and animals alongside properties of matter, motion, light and sound, weather, natural resources, and local ecosystems. StudyPug provides step-by-step lessons and practice problems matched to every one of these strands.

Strands: STEM Skills, Engineering Design, Classification, Survival Needs, Life Cycles, Plants, Animals, Properties, Changes, 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, worked examples, and smart recommendations to fill learning gaps
Content aligned to South Dakota Science Standards for 1st grade

Curriculum topics by strand

Browse lessons and practice problems organized by strand, aligned to the South Dakota Science Standards for 1st grade.

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SD 1st Grade Science Topics

STEM Skills and Engineering Design: Students learn to ask questions, plan investigations, and work through the engineering design process to solve simple problems.
Classification and Survival Needs: Students sort living and nonliving things and identify what plants and animals need to survive.
Life Cycles, Plants, and Animals: Students observe how living things grow and change, exploring the life cycles of plants and animals found in South Dakota environments.
Properties and Changes: Students describe objects by their physical properties and explore how materials can change form.
Motion, Light, and Sound: Students investigate how objects move and how light and sound travel and interact with materials.
Daily Patterns and Weather: Students observe patterns in the sky, track daily and seasonal weather changes, and connect weather to daily life.
Natural Resources and Local Ecosystems: Students identify natural resources, learn how living things depend on their environment, and explore ecosystems found in their local area.
Traditional Knowledge and Tools: Students use scientific tools and connect science concepts to traditional knowledge about the natural world.

How StudyPug Helps SD 1st Grade Science Students

When your child gets stuck on a concept like light and sound or the life cycle of a plant, they can go straight to the matching lesson on StudyPug and work through it at their own pace with step-by-step explanations and practice problems. Our grade 1 science help covers every topic taught in South Dakota classrooms, so there is always somewhere to turn.

As students move through the year, smart recommendations guide them to the next topic they need to practice, keeping learning connected across strands like properties of matter, motion, and weather. Families can also track progress with parent assignments designed to reinforce what is being learned in class.

Aligned to SD 1st Grade Science Curriculum

Every lesson on StudyPug for 1st grade science is built to match the South Dakota Science Standards, covering the same disciplinary core ideas and crosscutting concepts your child's teacher uses in the classroom. If your family is also thinking ahead, take a look at the sd grade 2 science curriculum to see what comes next.

Written by the StudyPug Science Team

Last updated June 5, 2026

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