1st Grade Physical Science Worksheets and Activities
Explore our collection of Grade 1 Physical Science worksheets and activities, designed to introduce young learners to the basics of matter, energy, and motion. These teacher-authored resources are perfect for building foundational science skills through hands-on exploration and observation.
About these 1st Grade Physical Science worksheets and activities
Grade 1 Physical Science covers fundamental concepts like properties of matter (size, shape, color, texture), forces and motion (pushes, pulls, and how objects move), energy (light, heat, sound), and simple chemical reactions (mixing, dissolving, baking soda and vinegar). Students also explore speed and direction, learning to describe how objects move. These topics are presented through age-appropriate activities that encourage observation, prediction, and recording data.
Our resources include worksheets, activities, reading passages, games, and graphic organizers that build skills in scientific inquiry, vocabulary, and critical thinking. Related concepts such as states of matter, magnets, and sound waves are woven into the materials. Teachers can use these no-prep, scaffolded resources to support differentiation, whether for whole-group instruction, small groups, or independent practice.
What these worksheets cover
- Chemical Reactions
- Energy
- Forces and Motion
- Properties of Matter
- Speed and Direction
Using these in your classroom
These Physical Science resources are classroom-ready and versatile. Use them for whole-group lessons to introduce concepts like forces and motion, then follow up with small-group activities where students explore properties of matter hands-on. The printable and digital options allow for literacy centers, homework, or intervention. Differentiated worksheets and graphic organizers support struggling learners with visual cues and challenge advanced students with open-ended questions. Use reading passages for close reading and vocabulary building, games for review, and assessments to check understanding. They work well in science stations, for independent practice, or as part of a sub plan.
Standards alignment
Our Grade 1 Physical Science worksheets are aligned to grade-level science standards, including the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for physical science, covering concepts such as structure and properties of matter, forces and interactions, and energy.
Frequently asked questions
Are these Physical Science worksheets printable?
Yes, many of our Physical Science worksheets are printable and can be downloaded as PDFs. Some resources are free, while others require a membership. They are designed to be easy to use in the classroom or at home.
Are these Physical Science worksheets for kids?
Absolutely. These worksheets are created specifically for Grade 1 students, with simple language, engaging visuals, and hands-on activities that make learning about matter, energy, and motion fun and accessible.
What topics are covered in Grade 1 Physical Science?
Our resources cover properties of matter, forces and motion, energy (light, heat, sound), chemical reactions (simple mixtures), and speed and direction. Each topic is explored through age-appropriate experiments and observations.
Can I use these resources for assessment?
Yes. Many worksheets and activities can be used as formative or summative assessments. They include questions that check understanding of key concepts like how objects move or how matter changes, and are aligned to grade-level standards.