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Which subject	Science
What topic	Matter
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 7
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Understanding Matter

Subject

Science

Topic

Matter

Grade/Age Group

Grade 7

Class Size

20 Students

Length of Lesson

30 Minutes

Objectives

• Understand the definition of matter.
• Identify the different states of matter.
• Explain properties of solids, liquids, and gases.
• Describe the particle arrangement in different states of matter.

Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• PowerPoint slides on matter and its states
• Samples of solids, liquids, and gases in sealed containers
• Handouts with key concepts and definitions
• Worksheet for class activity
• Exit tickets for reflection

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Matter	5 min	Engage students by asking them what they think matter is. Introduce the definition of matter.
2	States of Matter	10 min	Present the three states of matter (solid, liquid, gas) using PowerPoint slides. Include visuals and diagrams to illustrate particle arrangement.
3	Properties of Each State	5 min	Discuss the characteristics of solids, liquids, and gases (shape, volume, compressibility). Use real-life examples.
4	Class Activity	5 min	Distribute the worksheet and ask students to categorize examples of matter into solid, liquid, and gas based on their properties.
5	Review and Reflection	3 min	Go through the answers on the worksheet as a class. Clarify any misconceptions. Hand out exit tickets for students to write one thing they learned.
6	Homework Assignment	2 min	Assign a reading on matter from the textbook and a set of questions. Collect homework without presentations at the next class.

Assessment

• Completed worksheets to assess understanding of states of matter.
• Exit tickets to provide insight into individual learning progress.
• Review homework in the next class to gauge understanding without presentations.

Standards Alignment

This lesson aligns with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for Grade 7 regarding matter and its interactions, focusing on the understanding of physical properties and changes.

Additional Notes

• Ensure that all materials are prepared and set up before the class begins.
• Remind students of the importance of safety when discussing gases, particularly those that may be hazardous.

Follow-Up

After the assessment of the homework, plan a demonstration or hands-on activity in the next lesson to explore changes in states of matter further.

Lesson script