Subject: Science

Grade Level: Grade 3

Objective: Identify and describe the three states of matter

Learning within the curriculum:

1) Properties of Materials: Students learn about different materials (e.g., wood,

metal, water) and their properties, which connects to understanding solids, liquids,
and gases.

2) Changes in State: The topic of how matter changes from one state to another
(e.g., melting, freezing) directly relates to identifying and describing the states of
matter.

Learning across the curriculum:

1) Art: Students can explore the use of different materials in art (e.g., clay as a solid,
paint as a liquid) and how these materials behave, linking art and science.

2) Mathematics: Students can measure the volume of liquids in different containers,

helping them understand the properties of liquids and the concept of volume.

Review Motivation:

[Teaching Strategy:] Interactive Quizzes

[Instructional Materials:] Slideshow with images of solids, liquids, and gases

Engaging Activity 1 - K-W-L Chart: Students will fill out what they Know, Want to
know, and later, what they Learned about matter.

Engaging Activity 2 - Mystery Box: Students will feel objects in a box and identify
if they are solids, liquids, or gases based on their properties.
Engaging Activity 3 - Picture Analysis: Show images of everyday objects and
have students categorize them into solids, liquids, or gases.

Activity 1: States of Matter Exploration

[Teaching Strategy:] Cooperative Learning

Materials - Various objects (ice cube, water, balloon, etc.), chart paper, markers

Significance - Encourages group collaboration and hands-on learning about the

states of matter.

Instructions -

1) In small groups, students will explore assigned objects and classify them as solid,
liquid, or gas.

2) They will discuss the properties of each object within the group.

3) Each group will present their findings on chart paper.

Rubric

- Clarity of Classification - (5) pts.

- Group Collaboration - (5) pts.

- Presentation Skills - (5) pts.

Assessment Questions:

1) What are the properties of the solid object you explored?

2) How did the liquid behave when you poured it?

3) What characteristics did you observe in the gas?

Activity 2: Matter in Action

[Teaching Strategy:] Inquiry-Based Learning

Materials - Water, ice cubes, kettle (for steam demonstration)

Significance - Students actively engage in observing changes in states of matter.

Instructions -

1) Demonstrate heating water to create steam and melting ice.

2) Ask students to observe and note the changes happening at each stage.

3) Discuss what happens to the molecules in each state.

Rubric

- Observation Notes - (5) pts.

- Participation in Discussion - (5) pts.

- Understanding of Changes - (5) pts.

Assessment Questions:

1) What changes did you observe when the ice melted?

2) Describe the steam produced from the boiling water.

3) How did the properties of water change from solid to liquid to gas?

Inclusive Activity 3: States of Matter Role-Playing

[Teaching Strategy:] Role-Playing

Materials - None

Significance - Helps students understand states of matter through movement and

expression.

Instructions -

1) Assign roles to students as solids, liquids, and gases.

2) Have them demonstrate how each state behaves (e.g., solids stay still, liquids
flow, gases spread out).

3) Discuss the characteristics of each state after the activity.

Rubric

- Participation in Role-Play - (5) pts.

- Understanding of Behavior - (5) pts.

- Reflection on Activity - (5) pts.

Assessment Questions:

1) How did you feel as a solid?

2) What was different about being a liquid?

3) How did it feel to be a gas?

ANALYSIS:

Activity 1 - This activity promotes collaborative learning as students work together to

classify objects, enhancing their understanding of the properties of matter.

Activity 2 - The inquiry-based approach allows students to connect theoretical

knowledge with practical observation, reinforcing their understanding of states of
matter through real-life examples.

Activity 3 - Role-playing engages students physically and cognitively, helping them

internalize the differences in behavior among solids, liquids, and gases.
ABSTRACTION:

The main point is that matter exists in three distinct states, each with unique
properties that can be observed and described. Understanding these states helps
students recognize the world around them and how materials interact. Patterns
include recognizing that solids maintain shape, liquids take the shape of their
containers, and gases expand to fill their space.

Supporting Material 1 - "What is Matter?" - This resource provides a clear definition

and examples of different states of matter, making it accessible for young learners.

Supporting Material 2 - "The Science of States" - A comprehensive guide to

understanding how temperature and pressure affect states of matter with engaging
illustrations.

APPLICATION:

[Teaching Strategy:] Project-Based Learning

Task 1 - Create a poster that illustrates the three states of matter with examples from
their daily life.

Task 2 - Conduct a simple experiment at home (e.g., freezing water, boiling water)
and document the changes observed in a science journal.

ASSESSMENT:

[Teaching Strategy:] Socratic Method

[Instructional Materials:] Whiteboard for notes

Question 1 - What is the difference between a solid and a liquid?

Question 2 - Can you give an example of a gas you see in your daily life?

Question 3 - How do temperature and pressure affect the states of matter?

H.O.T.S.:

Question 1 - Why do you think some materials can exist in more than one state?

Answer 1 - Some materials, like water, can change states under different
temperature conditions, demonstrating the concept of physical changes.

Question 2 - How would you explain the importance of understanding states of

matter in everyday life?

Answer 2 - Understanding states of matter helps us make informed decisions about

how to use materials effectively in cooking, construction, and other practical
applications.

Question 3 - If you were to design a new material, what states of matter would you
consider, and why?

Answer 3 - I might consider materials that can change states easily, like a gel that
can become a solid or liquid, to allow for versatility in use.

Assignment:

Assignment 1 - [Guiding Overview for Teacher:] Encourage students to observe

their surroundings and identify objects in different states of matter.

Assessment Question: List three solids, three liquids, and three gases you
encounter in your home or school.

Assignment 2 - [Guiding Overview for Teacher:] Have students conduct a simple

experiment to observe state changes.

Assessment Question: Describe what happened when you heated the ice cube.
What state changes did you observe?