Want to help your Grade 1 child excel in science? Our Grade 1 Science Curriculum introduces young learners to the wonders of the natural world through hands-on activities and engaging lessons. Students explore basic life sciences, physical sciences, earth and space, and develop early scientific inquiry skills. With a focus on observation, curiosity, and discovery, our curriculum helps children build foundational knowledge and a love for science. Expert tutors guide students as they learn about plants, animals, weather, materials, and more. Explore the Grade 1 Science Curriculum below to see how we inspire lifelong scientific thinking!

Grade 1 Science Curriculum

Life Sciences
Living and non-living things: characteristics and differences
Plants: basic parts (roots, stems, leaves, flowers), needs, and life cycles
Animals: basic classification, body parts, needs, and habitats
Human body: basic external parts and five senses
Personal hygiene and healthy habits
Physical Sciences
Materials and their properties: natural vs. man-made, texture, color, shape
Basic states of matter: solids and liquids
Pushes and pulls: introduction to forces
Earth and Space Sciences
Weather: daily patterns, seasonal changes, appropriate clothing
Day and night cycle: basic understanding
Earth's resources: soil, water, air, and conservation
Water cycle: simple introduction
Sky observations: sun, moon, stars, clouds
Scientific Inquiry Skills
Observation using senses
Asking simple questions
Simple measurements with non-standard units
Collecting and recording simple data through drawings
Following simple procedures
Working safely with materials
Environmental Awareness
Caring for plants and animals
Reducing waste: introduction to reusing and recycling
Conserving water and energy: simple practices
Technology and Applications
Simple tools and their uses
Everyday technology at home and school
Safety with tools and equipment