Vermont Science Curriculum
Vermont science, aligned to NGSS and built for state testing.
Browse by school level
Elementary School Science
Life, earth, and physical science strands, one course per grade.
Kindergarten Science
Scientific inquiry, basic needs, and weather and seasonal changes for Kindergarten.
1st Grade Science
Engineering design, life cycles, and properties of matter for 1st grade science.
2nd Grade Science
Growth patterns, states of matter, and weather systems in 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
Life systems, matter and chemical changes, and earth science for 5th grade.
Middle School Science
Matter, ecosystems, forces, and the bridge into high school science.
6th Grade Science
Classification, cell theory, and ecosystems for 6th grade science.
7th Grade Science
Matter and energy, forces and motion, and climate change for 7th grade science.
8th Grade Science
Cell theory, atomic structure, and forces and motion for 8th grade science.
High School Science
9th and 10th grade integrated science covering core NGSS concepts.
Aligned with the Vermont NGSS
Organized around Vermont's adopted NGSS standards and typical classroom pacing, so a student finds the exact concept their teacher covered that day.
- Mapped to NGSS performance expectations, grade by grade
- Built-in review for Vermont state science assessments
- Unlimited practice problems with step-by-step worked solutions
Science Curriculum by State
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State Standards
CURRICULUM GUIDE
About the Vermont Science Curriculum
How NGSS Works
Vermont adopted the Next Generation Science Standards, organized around three dimensions: disciplinary core ideas, science practices, and crosscutting concepts.
How Vermont Differs
Vermont integrates all three NGSS dimensions at every grade rather than treating them as separate units, which shapes how topics are sequenced from Kindergarten onward.
How Vermont Science Progresses
Students move from foundational life and earth science in early grades through physical science in middle school to integrated 9th and 10th grade science.
How Vermont Assesses Science
Vermont administers state science assessments based on NGSS, with testing occurring in selected grades and NGSS-aligned coursework supporting post-secondary readiness.
Common Questions from Vermont Parents
We've got answers to some popular questions.
Which grades does StudyPug cover for Vermont science?
StudyPug covers Vermont science from Kindergarten through 10th grade, including all elementary, middle school, and high school courses in the NGSS sequence.
How do I find the course that matches my child's class?
Browse by grade band - elementary, middle, or high school - then select the grade that matches your child's current year to find the right course.
Does StudyPug help with Vermont state science assessments?
Yes. Content is organized around NGSS performance expectations, and practice problems are based on real exams to help students prepare for Vermont state science assessments.
Does the course order match what Vermont schools teach?
Yes. Courses follow the NGSS sequence Vermont schools use, so each topic appears in the same order a student would encounter it in class.
Can I use StudyPug for homeschooling?
Yes. Lessons are organized by grade and NGSS standard and can be worked through at the student's own pace, making them a practical fit for home-based learning.
Reviewed by the StudyPug Curriculum Team
Last updated June 5, 2026
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