1st Grade Science Concepts

Earth and Space Science

  • Observations of the sun, moon, and stars to describe apparent motion

  • Analyzing data about seasonal patterns of change (sunrise, sunset, temperature, precipitation, environmental changes)

Life Science

  • Using evidence to explain the function of animal senses and body parts and the function of plant parts

  • Comparing different animals’ behavior that helps offspring survive

  • Using observations to compare individuals of the same kind

Physical Science

  • Demonstrating the relationship of vibrating materials and sound

  • Experimenting with different materials and light

  • Designing and building a device that uses light or sound to send a signal

Technology/Engineering

  • Gathering information and asking questions that can be solved by developing or improving an object or tool

  • Generating and sketching multiple solutions to a problem