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Introduction to the States of Matter Lesson PlanIntroduction to the States of Matter Lesson Plan
Publisher
Center for Learning in Action
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Grade
2nd - 4th
Subjects
Science
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Duration
45 mins
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Collaborative Learning
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Introduction to the States of Matter

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  • Matter Unit
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Liquids, gases, and solids are the states of matter in which scholars investigate in a lesson plan that offers in-depth information and engaging activities that look into the three states and the changes their properties make when mixed together.     

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Concepts

states of matter, properties of matter, liquids, solids, gases, solids and liquids, sorting, comparing objects, objects, making predictions, matter

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Pose discussion questions on a classroom blog; direct pupils to respond then reply to their peers 
  • Print and copy a class set of the reference sheet that learners can reference throughout the lesson and final discussion

Classroom Considerations

  • The resource is the third of 10 in a series of states of matter lessons plans
  • Check the attached materials list for items specific to this lesson as each one differs from the next 

Pros

  • The lesson downloads as an editable document 
  • Additional states of matter activities are included
  • Learners are encouraged to get out of their seats to physically be part of the lesson   

Cons

  • None

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