State of Matter Sort Activity

Overview:

This sorting activity helps students categorise different substances into the three states of matter: solids, liquids, and gases. It is designed for middle years students to deepen their understanding of matter.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify and classify examples of solids, liquids, and gases.
• Understand the characteristics that differentiate each state of matter.
• Enhance sorting and critical thinking skills.

How the Activity Works:

Students are given a set of cards, each featuring an object or substance (e.g., water, air, rock). They sort the cards into three categories: solid, liquid, or gas, based on the state of matter the substance represents. This activity helps students practise identifying the properties of different substances and strengthens their understanding of how matter exists in different forms.

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