Course Description
Grade 1 Science follows the U.S. NGSS standards, helping learners explore nature through discovery, experimentation, and logical thinking.
Instead of memorizing facts, students experience science as an exciting journey — asking questions, observing, experimenting, and reasoning.
Using the 5E instructional model (Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, Evaluate), students build knowledge through hands-on experience and learn to explain phenomena and present ideas like real young scientists.
By integrating STEM, students not only understand science but apply it creatively to solve real-world problems.
Learning Content
Life Science
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Identify plant and animal features
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Compare habitats (forest, ocean, desert)
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Understand life cycles and survival needs
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Explore human–environment relationships
Earth & Space Science
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Observe weather phenomena
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Study seasonal changes and effects on nature
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Understand natural resources and conservation
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Identify sun and moon in the sky
Physical Science
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Classify objects by color, state, material
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Explore push-pull forces, motion, sound, light
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Observe physics in daily life
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Learn how energy works (light bulbs, batteries, heat)
STEM
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Design/test models (paper bridges, balloon cars…)
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Use recycled or natural materials for creative challenges
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Collaborate in roles (engineer, designer, observer)
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Develop communication and logical thinking
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Present via drawings, models, and mini presentations
Required Materials
This course is delivered entirely online and does not require or rely on any specific printed textbook. Students will need access to the following resources to support both online and offline learning activities:
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A scanner, smartphone camera, or similar device to digitize handwritten work or hand-drawn illustrations.
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Headphones or speakers, along with a microphone for recording and participation in interactive tasks.
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A printer for selected assignments and practice activities.
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A folder, binder, or notebook to organize offline tasks and project work.
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Basic stationery and learning materials for completing offline activities.
Learning Methodology
The program balances hands-on activities and direct instruction to build strong science concepts and essential skills: critical thinking, creativity, communication, questioning, and problem-solving.
Using the 5E Model:
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Engage – Spark curiosity with questions or real phenomena
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Explore – Students investigate and collect data
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Explain – Teachers guide scientific understanding
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Elaborate – Apply learning to new situations
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Evaluate – Self-assess and present outcomes
Science is taught through stories, characters, videos, comics, and interactive games — capturing young learners’ imagination. Support from teachers/parents is essential, especially for tech tasks like printing, scanning, or audio recording. Teachers also guide discussions, encourage expression, and help students develop academic presentation skills.
Lessons:
