Matter
Children's Books
What is the World Made Of? All About Solids, Liquids, and Gases. By Kathleen Wiedner Zoehfeld. Illus. by Paul Meisel. (1998). 32p. HarperCollins, (978-0064451635). Gr. 2-5.
A fact-filled, accessible study of solids, liquids, and gases. The book gives examples of each state of matter and some simple activities that demonstrate the attributes of each. The last page presents three related science experiments.
A fact-filled, accessible study of solids, liquids, and gases. The book gives examples of each state of matter and some simple activities that demonstrate the attributes of each. The last page presents three related science experiments.
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What’s the Matter in Mr. Whisker’s Room? By Michael Elsohn Ross. Illus. by Paul Meisel. (2007). 48p. Candlewick; reprint edition, (978-0763635664). Gr. 1-3.
Whiskers allows his eight students to spend the day exploring seven science centers around the classroom and on the playground. As the students experiment, they uncover "big ideas" about matter. For example, using water droppers allows them to figure out that matter takes up space.
Whiskers allows his eight students to spend the day exploring seven science centers around the classroom and on the playground. As the students experiment, they uncover "big ideas" about matter. For example, using water droppers allows them to figure out that matter takes up space.
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Solids, Liquids, and Gases: From Ice Cubes to Bubbles. By Carol Ballard. (2003). 32p. Heinemann-Raintree, (978-1403435521). Gr. 3-5.
What happens when ice melts? Can we make clouds? Did you know that solid glass can flow like a liquid? Investigate the amazing world of physical science.
What happens when ice melts? Can we make clouds? Did you know that solid glass can flow like a liquid? Investigate the amazing world of physical science.
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Werewolves and States of Matter. By Janet Slingerland. Illus. by Angel Mosquito. (2011). 32p. Capstone Press, (978-1429673334). Gr. 3-5.This cartoon format uses werewolves to explain and illustrate the science involved in states of matter.
Additional books on Matter:
- Solids, Liquids and Gases by The Ontario Science Centre
- Change It! Solids, Liquids, Gases and You by Adrienne Mason
- Bartholomew and the Oobleck by Dr. Seuss
Web Sites for Kids
BrainPop Jr - Matter
BrainPop offers videos (and other resources) about matter.
SOLpass - Matter Activities
Students explore terms, concepts, and various aspects about Matter through multiple games.
Matter Sorter Game
Guide the falling objects into the right "States of Matter" bin, solid, liquid, gas or plasma. Game is through the Space Weather Center.
Changing State
Changing State game and quiz from BBC.
Reversible and Irreversible Changes
Reversible and Irreversible Changes game and quiz from BBC.
Solids and Liquids
Solids and Liquids game and quiz from BBC.
BrainPop offers videos (and other resources) about matter.
SOLpass - Matter Activities
Students explore terms, concepts, and various aspects about Matter through multiple games.
Matter Sorter Game
Guide the falling objects into the right "States of Matter" bin, solid, liquid, gas or plasma. Game is through the Space Weather Center.
Changing State
Changing State game and quiz from BBC.
Reversible and Irreversible Changes
Reversible and Irreversible Changes game and quiz from BBC.
Solids and Liquids
Solids and Liquids game and quiz from BBC.
Teacher Resources - Lessons/Activities
Study Jams, Science: Matter
This site can be utilized by both the teacher and the student to assist with teaching matter. It is an entertaining place to watch relevant videos, learn songs, and take tests.
Matter - "I have, Who Has"
Fun cut-out to play with students to see how quickly they determine matter vocabulary.
VDOE "What's the Matter" Lesson Plan
This is a VDOE enhanced scope and sequence 5th grade lesson plan investigating matter.
Mixtures and Solutions Foldable
A foldable to organize mixtures and solutions.
Matter Bingo
Bingo using the vocabulary of Matter.
Matter Study Guide Match Up
A Matter vocabulary match up study guide.
Matter Notes
An overview of matter in a worksheet.
Matter Sort
A picture sort for the students to cut out and match.
Matter Vocabulary Sort
A word/vocabulary sort for the students to cut out and match.
Matter Vocabulary Overview
A quick overawe guide of the matter vocabulary.
Mixture/Solution Activity
An activity using to water, salt, and fruit loops to understand mixture and solution.
Matter Molecules Lab
Creating molecules activity using play dough (or gumdrops).
Matter Study Guide
Study guide for matter.
Three States of Matter
A worksheet that explains the cycle of the three states of matter.
Matter on Pinterest
A great resource for foldables and ideas on matter, through Pinterest.
This site can be utilized by both the teacher and the student to assist with teaching matter. It is an entertaining place to watch relevant videos, learn songs, and take tests.
Matter - "I have, Who Has"
Fun cut-out to play with students to see how quickly they determine matter vocabulary.
VDOE "What's the Matter" Lesson Plan
This is a VDOE enhanced scope and sequence 5th grade lesson plan investigating matter.
Mixtures and Solutions Foldable
A foldable to organize mixtures and solutions.
Matter Bingo
Bingo using the vocabulary of Matter.
Matter Study Guide Match Up
A Matter vocabulary match up study guide.
Matter Notes
An overview of matter in a worksheet.
Matter Sort
A picture sort for the students to cut out and match.
Matter Vocabulary Sort
A word/vocabulary sort for the students to cut out and match.
Matter Vocabulary Overview
A quick overawe guide of the matter vocabulary.
Mixture/Solution Activity
An activity using to water, salt, and fruit loops to understand mixture and solution.
Matter Molecules Lab
Creating molecules activity using play dough (or gumdrops).
Matter Study Guide
Study guide for matter.
Three States of Matter
A worksheet that explains the cycle of the three states of matter.
Matter on Pinterest
A great resource for foldables and ideas on matter, through Pinterest.
Teacher Resources - Assessment
Matter 5.4 a-c Quiz
Quiz print out that focuses on Matter SOL 5.4 a-c.
Matter Quiz
Matter, 5.4, Quiz.
Matter Unit Test
Matter, 5.4, Unit Test.
Matter Test
Test that encompasses Matter, 5.4, and reviews Force, Motion, & Energy, 4.2.
Quiz print out that focuses on Matter SOL 5.4 a-c.
Matter Quiz
Matter, 5.4, Quiz.
Matter Unit Test
Matter, 5.4, Unit Test.
Matter Test
Test that encompasses Matter, 5.4, and reviews Force, Motion, & Energy, 4.2.