What's the Matter?
Driving Questions:
How can I , as a scientist, explain the three states of matter and show how matter changes when preparing food? |
I can...
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Entry Event
MISSING: Sammy the Snowman
Where: Creek View Elementary
7:30 AM |
Sammy the Snowman is missing! He was last seen walking into the front doors of our school. He was wearing a red scarf, black mittens, and a top hat. A short while after he was last seen by our principal, the school secretaries found his scarf, top hat, 2 pieces of coal, and a puddle of water lying by the front doors of the school. We need you to help solve the crime! You have been reported as some of the best investigators at this school, so we are counting on you to solve this mystery! Good Luck!
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Research and Inquiry
Task: You will conduct experiments and research in order to solve the mystery of Sammy the Snowman. As you learn new details, fill out your investigation booklet. Use the information to report your explanation to Mrs. Doss.
Task: You will conduct experiments and research in order to solve the mystery of Sammy the Snowman. As you learn new details, fill out your investigation booklet. Use the information to report your explanation to Mrs. Doss.
Solids
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Liquids
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Gases
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Have you ever helped a family member cook in the kitchen? We are going to use all that we learn about matter to design a meal. You will choose foods and a drink to show all three states of matter, You can choose breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
There are a few important things you need to have: 1. Your product should include an explanation of how one food is an irreversible change. 2. There should be at least one sentence about each state of matter (minimum of 3 sentences, one for each state of matter). 3. A picture and label needs to be present for each state of matter (solid, liquid, and gas). 4. Your should have proper capitalization, punctuation, grammar, and complete sentences. You may choose from the following formats: Poster, Mobile, Powerpoint, Placemet, Menu |
You will investigate solids,liquids,and gases in order to answer the driving questions.
Exploring Matter
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Exploring Changes in Matter
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Learn About the Properties of Matter
PRODUCTS
Use Chatterpix App to tell about your chosen property and how it is useful in your life.