Noah Webster MicroSociety Magnet School

Science 2^nd Grade Winter 2009

States of Matter

Introduction

Nearly everything exists as solids, liquids or gases. Solids, liquids and gases are called the three states of matter.

The Task

You will be exploring the states of matter in a couple of selected websites. Be sure to follow the instructions – or you’ll miss some really fun stuff!

The Process

1. Below under RESOURCES open each link

2. Listen carefully and read carefully

3. Pay attention to what Mrs. Swarr is doing on the SmartBoard

4. Follow instructions

Resources

http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/studyjams/matter_states/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/science/activities/changing_state.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/science/activities/gases.shtml

Conclusion

Now you know why the states of matter are different – the atoms and molecules are moving around at a different rate.

Evaluation

Criteria/Points	1	2	3
Documents online	Assistance Req'd	Opened all files and listened	Responded to questions
Followed Computer Lab and Library Respect Expectations	Had to be reminded more than twice	Complied with expectations	Displayed Exemplary Behavior

Credits

Mrs. Swarr, LMS, Noah Webster MicroSociety Magnet School, 2009