Matter Mania: Exploring Solids, Liquids, and Gases!

Science Grades 5th Grade 23:33 Video
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Lesson Description

Embark on an exciting journey to discover the fascinating world of matter! Learn about the different states of matter, explore their properties, and even investigate non-Newtonian fluids like Oobleck!

Video Resource

Matter Compilation: Crash Course Kids

Crash Course Kids

Duration: 23:33
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Key Concepts

  • Matter exists in different states: solid, liquid, and gas.
  • Matter is made up of tiny particles.
  • Properties of matter can be observed and measured.
  • Some materials have strange properties, like Oobleck.

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to define matter and identify its three main states.
  • Students will be able to describe the properties of solids, liquids, and gases.
  • Students will be able to explain how matter can change states.
  • Students will be able to define properties of matter.
  • Students will be able to measure different kinds of matter.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by asking students what they think matter is. Show the video 'Matter Compilation: Crash Course Kids'. Tell students they will learn about solids, liquids, and gases.
  • Exploring States of Matter (15 mins)
    Discuss the three states of matter: solids, liquids, and gases. Provide examples of each. Use the video to guide this discussion. Ask students to name examples of each state of matter found in the classroom.
  • Properties of Matter (15 mins)
    Explain that all matter has properties that can be observed and measured, such as length, width, height, volume, and weight. Discuss how these properties help us identify different materials. Discuss the tool used to measure them (rulers, scales, etc.).
  • Oobleck Experiment (20 mins)
    Demonstrate how to make Oobleck. Allow students to play with the Oobleck, observing its unique properties. Explain that Oobleck is a non-Newtonian fluid that acts like both a solid and a liquid depending on the pressure applied.
  • Wrap-up and Review (5 mins)
    Review the key concepts of the lesson: matter, states of matter, properties of matter, and non-Newtonian fluids. Answer any remaining questions.

Interactive Exercises

  • Matter Scavenger Hunt
    Students search the classroom (or home) for examples of solids, liquids, and gases, listing their properties.
  • Oobleck Investigation
    Students experiment with Oobleck, recording their observations about how it behaves under different pressures. They can draw pictures and write descriptions.

Discussion Questions

  • What are some examples of matter that you see every day?
  • How are solids, liquids, and gases different?
  • How can we use properties to identify different materials?
  • Can you think of other materials that act strangely?
  • Can you think of situations where it would be helpful to know how much something weighs?

Skills Developed

  • Observation
  • Measurement
  • Classification
  • Critical Thinking

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

What is matter?

Correct Answer: Anything that has weight and takes up space

Question 2:

Which of these is NOT a state of matter?

Correct Answer: Energy

Question 3:

Which state of matter has a definite size and shape?

Correct Answer: Solid

Question 4:

What property tells us how heavy something is?

Correct Answer: Weight

Question 5:

What tool would you use to measure the length of a book?

Correct Answer: Ruler

Question 6:

What is Oobleck an example of?

Correct Answer: A non-Newtonian fluid

Question 7:

What makes Oobleck act like both a solid and a liquid?

Correct Answer: The amount of pressure applied to it

Question 8:

Which state of matter does air belong to?

Correct Answer: Gas

Question 9:

Which of these is a property of matter?

Correct Answer: Color

Question 10:

What unit of measurement do you use to measure weight?

Correct Answer: Grams

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

Anything that has weight and takes up space is called ________.

Correct Answer: matter

Question 2:

The three main states of matter are solid, liquid, and ________.

Correct Answer: gas

Question 3:

________ is the amount of space that something takes up.

Correct Answer: Volume

Question 4:

A ________ is used to measure weight.

Correct Answer: scale

Question 5:

A ________ is used to measure length, width, or height.

Correct Answer: ruler

Question 6:

Oobleck is a ________ fluid.

Correct Answer: non-Newtonian

Question 7:

The ________ of a liquid describes how fast it flows.

Correct Answer: viscosity

Question 8:

Air is an example of a ________.

Correct Answer: gas

Question 9:

Ice is water in its ________ form.

Correct Answer: solid

Question 10:

When you squeeze Oobleck, it acts like a ________.

Correct Answer: solid

Educational Standards

5.PS1.1:[Standard] Develop a model to describe that matter is made of particles too small to be seen. 5.PS1.3:[Standard] Make observations and measurements to identify materials based on their properties.

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