SEEd - Grade 2
Lesson Plans
Strand 2.3: PROPERTIES OF MATTER
All things are made of matter which exists with different forms and properties. Matter can be described and classified by its observable properties. Materials with certain properties are well-suited for specific uses. Heating or cooling some types of matter may or may not irreversibly change their properties.
Standard 2.3.1
Plan and carry out an investigation to classify different kinds of materials based on
patterns in their observable properties. Examples could include sorting materials based on similar properties such as strength, color, flexibility, hardness, texture, or whether the materials are solids or liquids. (PS1.A)
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Bouncy Balls
A Powerpoint lesson where students study bouncy balls. (April Mitchell)
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Gravity
The students will experiment with various objects observing how gravity affects the objects. Students will test the effects of gravity on themselves and other objects.
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Images of States of Matter
Students learn about the states of matter and demonstrate their understanding using digital images.Thumbnail image credit: "Phone" author unknown, from Hippopx.com CC0 1.0 Universal (CC0 1.0) Public Domain Dedication
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Properties of Matter
This lesson is about the properties of matter, and it is geard towards lower elementary school students (specifically for 2nd grade). This lesson has many scaffolds for all learners including pictures, sentence frames, and precision partnering discussions. It also incorporates many engaging opportunities for students to learn these skills in a hands-on and engaging way!All cited sources can be found on the bottom of this lesson plan.Title Image: "Solid~Liquid~Gas" by Ajith_chatie is licensed under CC BY 2.0.
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Rock Hounds at Heart
Integrate literature with science by reading Sylvester and the Magic Pebble. Students will learn to describe rocks by using different physical properties.
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Sink or Float
This is a science lesson that helps students make predictions, complete expirements, and analyze data on what makes an object sink or float when placed in water.
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