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Which subject | Natural science |
What topic | Classifying Matter |
What length (min) | 30 |
What age group | Doesn't matter |
Class size | 20 |
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Check previous homework | |
Ask some students to presents their homework | |
Add a physical break | |
Add group activities | |
Include homework | |
Show correct answers | |
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Number of slides | 5 |
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Natural Science
Classifying Matter
All Grades
30 Minutes
20 Students
This lesson aligns with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), focusing on the properties of materials and their classification.
Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
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1 | Introduction | 5 mins | Introduce the topic of matter, its definition, and importance in science. Engage students by asking them what they know about matter. |
2 | Types of Matter | 10 mins | Explain the three main categories of matter: elements, compounds, and mixtures. Use examples and visuals to illustrate each type. |
3 | Group Activity | 10 mins | Divide students into small groups (4-5 students) and provide them with the physical samples. Instruct each group to classify their samples as elements, compounds, or mixtures and record their observations on index cards. |
4 | Class Discussion | 3 mins | Reconvene as a whole class and facilitate a short discussion on the classifications made by each group. Clarify any misconceptions. |
5 | Summary and Homework | 2 mins | Summarize the lesson by reiterating key points. Assign homework: Write a paragraph explaining the classification of matter with examples, and state that all homework will be reviewed but not presented. |