Grade 1 Science: Plants, Animals, Weather & Light

This Grade 1 science curriculum builds foundational scientific thinking through 24 teacher-led lessons that mix demonstration, hands-on investigation, and age-appropriate discussion. Lessons encourage observation, asking questions, making predictions, and using evidence to explain ideas. Instruction covers physical science topics like light and sound, life science topics including plant and animal parts, needs, and life cycles, Earth and space concepts such as day/night, the Sun, Moon, stars, and seasons, plus weather observation, measuring weather, and safety during severe weather. The course also examines everyday materials and their observable properties and helps students compare and choose materials for different purposes. Each class includes visuals, simple experiments or activities, guided discussion, and review practice to reinforce key concepts. Activities are designed for first graders and can be delivered in an online classroom, homeschool setting, or after-school enrichment. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning with drawing and journaling, classroom conversations that rely on evidence, and cumulative review so students connect ideas across units. Families and teachers receive printable worksheets and suggestions for at-home observations and extensions when appropriate. This complete Grade 1 program is structured to make science engaging and accessible while supporting curious young learners as they explore the natural world.