Grade 4 Science SOL Study Guide
Practice for the Grade 4 Science Virginia SOL test across all 13 standards and 4 strands. SOL Prep turns every standard into a diagnostic, guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions — so you drill what you’re actually weak on instead of re-reviewing what you know.
Grade 4 Science SOL practice tests
Two ways to practice Grade 4 Science: work through official released items from the Virginia Department of Education, or drill standard by standard with SOL Prep.
What Grade 4 Science covers
Scientific and Engineering Practices
- 4.1.AQDP — Ask questions and define problems by distinguishing scientific from non-scientific questions and developing testable hypotheses.
- 4.1.PCI — Plan and carry out investigations by identifying variables, collaborating, and using tools to design solutions.
- 4.1.IAED — Interpret, analyze, and evaluate data by organizing, representing, and comparing data representations.
- 4.1.CCCE — Construct and critique conclusions and explanations using evidence and patterns.
- 4.1.DUM — Develop and use models to explain natural phenomena and identify their limitations.
- 4.1.OECI — Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information through reading and scientific communication.
Living Systems and Processes
Earth and Space Systems
- 4.4.WP — Investigate weather conditions, phenomena, and their effects on ecosystems and climate prediction.
- 4.5.PS — Investigate planets, their characteristics, and their place in the solar system.
- 4.6.EMS — Investigate relationships among Earth, the moon, and the sun, including seasons, moon phases, and tides.
- 4.7.OE — Investigate the ocean environment, including geology, water properties, and marine organisms.
Earth Resources
- 4.8.VNR — Investigate Virginia’s natural resources, including watersheds, plants, animals, minerals, and land.
Frequently asked questions
What is on the Grade 4 Science SOL test?
The Grade 4 Science Virginia SOL test is organized into 4 reporting strands: Scientific and Engineering Practices, Living Systems and Processes, Earth and Space Systems, Earth Resources. It assesses the 13 Standards of Learning listed on this page.
How many standards does Grade 4 Science cover?
Grade 4 Science covers 13 individual Virginia SOL standards across its 4 strands.
Where can I find Grade 4 Science SOL practice tests?
The Virginia Department of Education publishes official released tests and practice items at doe.virginia.gov — see our Virginia SOL practice tests guide for direct links. SOL Prep adds standard-by-standard practice for each of the 13 Grade 4 Science standards below.
How should I study for the Grade 4 Science SOL?
Start with a diagnostic to find which of the 13 Grade 4 Science standards you're weakest on, then focus practice there instead of re-reviewing what you already know. Work each standard's skills, then take a mixed practice check.