Matter and Materials Lessons and Experiments

About this curriculum

Give your Grade 1–3 students a strong foundation in physical science with Matter and Materials . This hands‑on, inquiry‑rich resource teaches students how to classify materials, explore properties, investigate solids, liquids, and gases, and understand changes in matter. Activities build scientific thinking through prediction, observation, and conclusion. This resource aligns with all Canadian provincial and territorial science standards , NGSS Grades 1–3 (2‑PS1, 1‑PS4, 3‑PS1) , and Common Core literacy and math skills . Includes teacher notes, rubrics, safety guidance, and student worksheets. Perfect for classrooms, science centers, and STEM programs. What is the world made of? Through hands-on activities and experiments, students will enjoy exploring the world around them as they practice science skills like observing and concluding. Games like "Simon Says" bring the realm of atoms and particles to life, as well as demonstrating solids, liquids, and gases. Your classroom will buzz with curiosity as students learn to explain the magic of ice sculptures, gas-powered rockets, and invention. Each section contains visual, kinesthetic, and auditory activities. Each section ends…