First Grade - Science

The McRuffy First Grade Science Curriculum teaches life science, earth science, physical science and scientific inquiry  in an engaging approach that is very activity oriented. Students think and learn like scientist through the many hands-on activities and demonstrations. 

The program is designed to teach science for a full year per grade level. Two lessons a week are taught for 33 weeks. Other daily activities are also suggested such as weather monitoring.

The McRuffy First Grade Science Curriculum is a complete science program that allows students to discover science in the world around them with engaging activities, lessons, and materials that are aligned with national science standards and several state standards. 

View and print sample lesson plans, worksheets, resource packet samples, and the Scope & Sequence.

Packages are available with and without lab kits.

The First Grade Science Curriculum Package includes:

  • Teacher’s Manual
  • Workbook
  • Resource Pack

The First Grade Science  Curriculum with Lab Kit Package includes:

  • Teacher’s Manual
  • Workbook
  • Resource Pack
  • Lab Kit

Packages and individual items are also available below.