Texas Science Curriculum
Texas science, aligned to the TEKS and built for STAAR testing.
Browse by school level
Elementary School Science
Earth, life, and physical science concepts, one course per grade.
Kindergarten Science
Scientific inquiry, basic needs, and weather and seasonal changes in Kindergarten science.
1st Grade Science
Life cycles, weather patterns, and properties of matter for 1st grade science.
2nd Grade Science
States of matter, types of forces, and weather systems in 2nd grade science.
3rd Grade Science
Ecosystems, forces and simple machines, and Earth materials for 3rd grade science.
4th Grade Science
Biomes, states of matter, and Earth's structure for 4th grade science.
5th Grade Science
Ecosystems, the solar system, and matter and energy for 5th grade Texas science.
Middle School Science
Matter, energy, ecosystems, and the bridge into high school science.
6th Grade Science
Cell theory, ecosystems, and energy transfer in 6th grade Texas science.
7th Grade Science
Forces and motion, matter and energy, and ecology for Texas 7th grade science.
8th Grade Science
Cell theory, forces and motion, and geology aligned to Texas TEKS.
High School Science
9th and 10th grade integrated science aligned to TEKS.
Aligned with the Texas TEKS Science
Every lesson maps to a specific Texas TEKS Science standard and follows typical classroom pacing, so students find the skill their teacher covered that day.
- Mapped to Texas TEKS Science standards, grade by grade
- STAAR Science review built into every course
- Unlimited practice problems with worked solutions
Science Curriculum by State
Select any state to see its science courses and grade sequence.
State Standards
CURRICULUM GUIDE
About the Texas Science Curriculum
How Texas TEKS Science Works
The Texas Education Agency sets TEKS Science standards for every grade, organizing content into earth, life, and physical science strands.
How Texas Differs
Texas uses its own TEKS Science standards rather than a shared national framework, and begins formal STAAR Science testing in 5th grade.
How Texas Science Progresses
Students move from foundational earth and life science in early grades through integrated physical and earth science in 9th and 10th grade.
How Texas Assesses Science
STAAR Science tests students in 5th and 8th grade, with a Biology end-of-course exam; SAT and ACT support college readiness alongside these state tests.
Common Questions from Texas Parents
We've got answers to some popular questions.
Which grades does StudyPug cover for Texas science?
StudyPug covers Texas science from Kindergarten through 10th grade, spanning elementary, middle, and high school courses aligned to TEKS Science.
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 class to find TEKS-aligned lessons.
Does StudyPug help with the STAAR Science test?
Yes. Each course includes practice based on real exams, so students can review the skills tested on STAAR Science in 5th and 8th grade.
Does StudyPug follow the same order my child's school uses?
Lessons follow the Texas TEKS Science sequence and standard classroom pacing, so students can find and review exactly what their teacher covered.
Can I use StudyPug for homeschooling?
Yes. Lessons are organized by grade and TEKS standard and can be worked through at the student's own pace, making them a good fit for homeschool families.
Reviewed by the StudyPug Curriculum Team
Last updated June 5, 2026
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