Year 2

Exploring Changes in Matter Through Hands-On Science Stations

As part of our Unit of Inquiry under the transdisciplinary theme “How the World Works,” Year 2 students explored how matter can change its state through hands-on rotational learning stations. Students rotated through three experiment stations guided by teachers. 

Each station helped them observe how materials can change in different ways. At the Nutrisari Juice Station, students mixed powdered drink with water and observed how the powder dissolved to form a mixture. At the Boiling Water Station, students watched water being heated until it boiled and turned into water vapor (gas). This showed how heat can change a liquid into a gas. At the Melting Chocolate Station, students observed solid chocolate melt into liquid when heated and discussed how it can solidify again when cooled. Through these activities, students learned that matter can change between solid, liquid, and gas when conditions such as heat or mixing are applied. These hands-on experiments encouraged students to observe carefully, ask questions, and connect science concepts to everyday life.

From Milk to Cheese: Exploring Changes in Matter

Our Year 2 students had an exciting hands-on learning experience as part of our Unit of Inquiry under the theme “How the World Works.” We invited a guest speaker, Ibu Lasin, to demonstrate to students how to make cheese with milk and lemon.

During the demonstration, students observed how liquid milk changes when lemon juice is added. The milk separated into solid curds and liquid whey, and the curds were then pressed to form simple cheese.

Students were encouraged to ask questions, make predictions, and share their observations. This activity helped them understand how changes in matter happen in real life, even in the foods we eat. And of course, the highlight of the day was getting to taste the final result! This made the experience even more special and gave students a joyful connection to their learning