Why does matter matter?
Because everything in our world is made up of matter! Matter is anything that has weight and takes up space. The three main types of matter -- solids, liquids, and gases -- have different properties, and exploring those properties is what this standard is all about.
They understand the properties of solids and liquids, and can make observations and measurements to classify matter as a solid or a liquid
They can demonstrate how solids and liquids can be mixed and also separated
They can conduct investigations to demonstrate the effects of heating and cooling on solids and liquids, and use evidence from those investigations to show that when matter reacts to changes in temperature, some changes are reversible and some are not
Watch the following videos for an introduction to the different types of matter and their properties, then try some of the hands-on activities below.
Do you want to explore more second grade SC Science Standards?
The titles below will help you and your child explore and discuss properties of solid and liquid matter. Want us to pull books for you? Contact us at 803-799-9084 and request to have books sent to your nearest Richland Library location.