Unit: Matter and Energy
Key Understanding:
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Matter has physical properties that can be observed and measured.
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The physical properties of matter can determine how it is used.
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A mixture is a combination of two or materials.
Guiding Question:
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How can matter be described and classified?
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What are some measurable physical properties of matter?
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How do the properties of matter make it useful for our needs?
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What is a mixture?
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How can physical properties be useful in separating a mixture?
Vocabulary of Instruction:
matter physical property texture hardness state or phase odor
composition transparent attract magnetic non-magnetic sink
float mass volume mixture
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Monday |
Working in small groups, students will explore and identify the property of magnetism as it relates to matter.
Reflection: What are some examples/nonexamples of matter? |
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Tuesday |
Students will make predictions and then test the magnetism or non-magnetism of objects found in the classroom. All data will be recorded in a graphic organizer.
Reflection: What are some examples of non-magnetic metals? |
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Wednesday |
Students will take part in a variety of center based activities to explore the various properties of matter. All data will be recorded in the Science notebook.
Reflection: How do the properties of matter make it useful for our needs? |
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Thursday |
Students will watch part 1 of a United Streaming video on the properties of matter.
Students will answer a series of comprehension questions about the video.
Reflection:What new information did you learn today? |
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Friday |
Students will watch part 2 of a United Streaming video on the properties of matter.
Students will answer a series of comprehension questions about the video.
Reflection:What new information did you learn today? | |