Level 1 Science Study Guide covers 7 Achievement Standards taught as part of a Level 1 Science course, which are based on The New Zealand Curriculum.

The 3 core externally assessed Standards covered are 90940 (Science 1.1) Mechanics; 90944 (Science 1.5) Acids and bases; and 90948 (Science 1.9) Genetic variation.

3 internally assessed Level 1 Achievement Standards covered are the ‘Carry out a practical …’ Standards of 90935 (Physics 1.1) Physics investigation; 90930 (Chemistry 1.1) Chemistry investigation; 90925 (Biology 1.1) Biology investigation; as well as 90950 (Science 1.11) Humans and micro-organisms.

Features are clear, concise notes explaining science concepts; detailed explanation of concepts, with worked examples; numerous questions; an index of important science terms used in the text; and answers that provide students with guided help in reaching the required degree of competence.