Grade 1 Science — Canadian Curriculum Guide
Grade 1 Science explores living vs non-living things, basic needs of organisms, energy sources, everyday materials, and daily and seasonal changes.
Curriculum Units — Grade 1 Science
Strand B: Life Systems
Lessons:
- Living and Non-Living Things
- Basic Needs of Living Things
Key topics: Living vs non-living, Food, water, air, shelter
Strand C: Matter and Energy
Lessons:
- What is Energy?
Key topics: Sources of energy, Light and heat
Strand D: Structures and Mechanisms
Lessons:
- Objects and Materials
Key topics: Properties of materials, Hard, soft, rough, smooth
Strand E: Earth and Space
Lessons:
- Daily and Seasonal Changes
Key topics: Weather patterns, Four seasons, Day and night
What Your Child Will Learn in Grade 1 Science
- Distinguish living from non-living things
- Identify basic needs of living things
- Understand energy sources
- Observe daily and seasonal weather changes
Parent Tips for Grade 1 Science
- Go on nature walks and sort finds into living/non-living
- Track weather daily with a simple chart
- Grow a plant from seed at home
Frequently Asked Questions
What science topics are taught in Grade 1 in Canada?
Grade 1 Science covers living and non-living things, energy basics, properties of materials, and daily and seasonal changes.
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