Sunday, November 18, 2012

What's the "Matter"?

Our 4th grade scientists are SO excited to be starting our new unit in Physical Science. Our initial essential questions are as follows:

*What are properties of matter?
*What are states of matter?

Our first investigation in this unit consisted of reviewing properties that can be used to classify matter through a classification-based investigation.

During our second investigation, we took a closer look at seven common objects (paper clip, clay cube, marble, pair of scissors, etc) and identified the color, shape, luster, texture, and mass of each. We also tested each object to see if it contained any magnetic properties.

Our next task will be to explore the states of matter through a virtual lab experience (Gizmos). We will also read in our textbooks (Lessons 1-2, pages 152-161) as a way of reviewing and connecting all of the pieces of our learning together. Stay tuned for our next Science Lab update. :-)

Students, find an interesting object in your home. Leave a comment to share at least 4 physical properties of this object. Be sure to also identify the object you are describing. :-)

4 comments:

  1. My vase is tall,colorful,hard, and smooth.

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  2. I have a bookmark with a tiger on it and it is white orange yellow and black it is not magnetic its shiny and smooth and flat and rectangular. Zach

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  3. clorox wipes can, purple,lavender oder,cylinder and smooth. Lainey

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  4. My lamp: Blue, light (weight), smooth and small. Nevaeh

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