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

Yes. Find the topic in the list above, work through the lesson, then practice with similar problems to reinforce what your child learned in class.

Is there a SOL test for 1st grade science in Virginia?

Virginia SOL science testing starts in 3rd grade. 1st grade science builds the foundation your child will need for those later assessments.

What science topics are covered for 1st grade in Virginia?

Topics include living and nonliving things, weather, seasons, basic earth materials, and simple science investigations aligned to Virginia SOL standards.

Can my child use StudyPug on a tablet or phone?

Yes. StudyPug works on computers, tablets, and phones. Your child can access lessons and practice problems from any device, anytime they need help.

Can I try StudyPug before paying?

Yes. You can explore topics and try sample lessons for free. Subscribe when you are ready for full access to all 1st grade science content.

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

Yes. Find the topic in the list above, work through the lesson, then practice with similar problems to reinforce what your child learned in class.

Is there a SOL test for 1st grade science in Virginia?

Virginia SOL science testing starts in 3rd grade. 1st grade science builds the foundation your child will need for those later assessments.

What science topics are covered for 1st grade in Virginia?

Topics include living and nonliving things, weather, seasons, basic earth materials, and simple science investigations aligned to Virginia SOL standards.

Can my child use StudyPug on a tablet or phone?

Yes. StudyPug works on computers, tablets, and phones. Your child can access lessons and practice problems from any device, anytime they need help.

Can I try StudyPug before paying?

Yes. You can explore topics and try sample lessons for free. Subscribe when you are ready for full access to all 1st grade science content.

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1st Grade Science

Virginia 1st Grade Science Curriculum

Lessons and practice for every 1st grade science topic. Aligned to Virginia Standards of Learning so your child keeps up with class.

Virginia 1st Grade Science Curriculum | StudyPugHelp

ID	Standard	StudyPug Topic
1.1	STEM Skills:	Research Process, Basic steps in scientific investigation Data Collection, Recording observations systematically Safety Procedures, Lab safety and proper tool use

1.2

Engineering Design:

Problem Solving, Identifying problems and testing solutions

Materials Use, Selecting appropriate materials for tasks

2.1

Classification:

Living vs Non-living, Characteristics that define life

Plant Classification, Major plant groups and characteristics

Animal Classification, Major animal groups and characteristics

2.2

Survival Needs:

Basic Requirements, Air, water, food, shelter, space

Habitat Types, Different environments where organisms live

2.3

Life Cycles:

Growth Patterns, How different organisms grow and change

Parent-Offspring Relations, Similarities between parents and offspring

3.1

Plants:

Plant Parts, Functions of roots, stems, leaves, flowers

Plant Responses, Reactions to light, water, touch

3.2

Animals:

External Features, Body coverings, limbs, sensory organs

Movement Types, How different animals move

4.1

Properties:

Physical Properties, Observable characteristics of materials

States of Matter, Solids, liquids, and their properties

4.2

Changes:

Physical Changes, Reversible changes in materials

Material Uses, Selecting materials for specific purposes

5.1

Motion:

Types of Motion, Push, pull, speed, direction

Simple Machines, Introduction to basic machines

5.2

Light and Sound:

Light Properties, Sources, reflection, shadows

Sound Properties, Volume, pitch, vibration

6.1

Daily Patterns:

Sun Movement, Daily sun patterns

Moon Phases, Basic moon observations

6.2

Weather:

Weather Measurement, Temperature, precipitation, wind

Seasonal Changes, Weather patterns across seasons

7.1

Natural Resources:

Basic Resources, Common natural resources

Conservation, Reducing, reusing, recycling

7.2

Local Ecosystems:

Community Habitats, Local plants and animals

Human Impact, Effects of human activity

8.1

Tools:

Scientific Tools, Basic measurement instruments

Everyday Technology, Common technological solutions

9.1

Traditional Knowledge:

Indigenous Practices, Local traditional ecological knowledge

Cultural Uses, Traditional uses of plants and animals

Virginia 1st Grade Science Aligned to SOL Standards

StudyPug covers every 1st grade science topic your child encounters in a Virginia classroom. All lessons follow the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) so there are no surprises when it comes to homework or classwork. Students can jump straight to the topic they need help with and work through it at their own pace.

What Virginia 1st Graders Learn in Science

Virginia's 1st grade science curriculum builds early scientific thinking across four main areas:

Life Science: Identifying living and nonliving things, basic needs of plants and animals
Earth Science: Weather patterns, seasons, and basic earth materials like soil, rocks, and water
Physical Science: Properties of objects and simple cause-and-effect relationships
Science Investigation: Asking questions, making observations, and drawing simple conclusions

How StudyPug Supports 1st Grade Science in Virginia

Every lesson on StudyPug is broken into short, focused segments. Your child can pause, replay, and practice until a concept clicks. After each lesson, practice problems help reinforce what was learned. Parents can track progress and see exactly which topics their child has covered.

Whether your child needs help catching up after a tough week or wants to get ahead before a new unit, StudyPug is available anytime on any device.

Getting Ready for Virginia SOL Science Tests

Virginia SOL science assessments begin in 3rd grade. The skills and knowledge your child builds in 1st grade — observation, classification, and understanding the natural world — lay the groundwork for success on those later tests. Starting strong in 1st grade makes every year after easier.