Introduction
As a MATTER of Fact, Science Does Matter!
by Danna Rodebush
Next Generation Science Standards:
5-PS1-1 Matter and Its Interactions
Develop a model to describe that matter is made of particles too small to be seen.
5-PS1-2 Matter and Its Interactions
Measure and graph quantities to provide evidence that regardless of the type of change that occurs when heating, cooling, or mixing substances, the total weight of matter is conserved.
5-PS1-3 Matter and Its Interactions
Make observations and measurements to identify materials based on their properties.
5-PS1-4 Matter and Its Interactions
Conduct an investigation to determine whether the mixing of two or more substances results in new substances.
Task
During this WebQuest, you will be learning about the states of matter and their physical properties.
Take your time and work through each step recording your progress on your WebQuest guide. Have fun!
To get started you may want to watch this fun video. Click on the picture of atoms below:
Process
Follow the WebQuest STEP BY STEP and fill out your WebQuest guide as you go.
Step 1
Complete the Matter Pre-Quiz here:
On your WebQuest guide follow the instructions.
Step 2
Click on the link below to visit a website. The website is going to give you a simulation of changes in states of matter. BE SURE TO FOLLOW ALONG WITH YOUR WEBQUEST GUIDE.
Step 3
Click on the link below to visit a website. The website is an informational website about physical properties of matter. BE SURE TO FOLLOW ALONG WITH YOUR WEBQUEST GUIDE.
Step 4
Click on the link below to visit a website. The website is an informational website about the states of matter and how the particles are arranged. BE SURE TO FOLLOW ALONG WITH YOUR WEBQUEST GUIDE.
States of Matter: Particle Arrangement
Step 5
Click on the link below to play a Millionaire game on the subject of matter:
States of Matter Millionaire Game
Step 6
Click on the link below to visit a website. The website is an informational website about the difference between physical changes and chemical changes. BE SURE TO FOLLOW ALONG WITH YOUR WEBQUEST GUIDE.
Now, take the quiz on this website and record your score on your WebQuest guide.
Physical and Chemical Changes Quiz
Step 7: FINAL PROJECT
Choose ONE project from the Matter Menu below to display your knowledge of matter and physical properties. BE SURE TO RECORD YOUR MENU CHOICE ON YOUR WEBQUEST GUIDE!!!
***Your project must include:
- the 3 states of matter
- a description of how the particles are arranged in each state
- a list of examples of physical properties that you can use to identify matter
- a description of the difference between physical changes and chemical changes WITH EXAMPLES OF EACH.
- PICTURES AND COLOR!!!!
Matter Menu:
1. Create a powerpoint presentation on Google Drive. Share it with drodebus@fortsmithschools.org ***IF YOU CHOOSE THIS MENU OPTION, BE SURE YOU NAME YOUR PRESENTATION WITH YOUR FIRST AND LAST NAME!
2. Create a PowToon presentation on www.powtoon.com. Login to Mrs. Rodebush's account: Username is drodebus@fortsmithschools.org, Password is rodebush. ***IF YOU CHOOSE THIS MENU OPTION, BE SURE YOU NAME YOUR POWTOON WITH YOUR FIRST AND LAST NAME!
3. Create a poster presentation and be ready to present it to the class orally.