Title: Introduction to Matter

Learning Objectives:

 Students will be able to define matter and identify its different forms.
 Students will be able to differentiate between physical and chemical changes in matter.
 Students will be able to understand the properties of matter.

Materials:

 Whiteboard and markers

 Science textbook or handouts
 Safety goggles
 Beaker
 Bunsen burner
 Test tube
 Thermometer
 Balance scale
 Water
 Sugar
 Baking soda

Procedure:

I. Introduction (10 minutes)

 Start by asking students what they think matter is.

 Write the definition of matter on the board: "Anything that has mass and takes up space".
 Ask students to give examples of matter they can see, touch, or feel.

II. Forms of Matter (20 minutes)

 Introduce the different forms of matter: solids, liquids, and gases.

 Ask students to describe the properties of each form.
 Provide examples of each form of matter (e.g. ice, water, steam).
 Show images or videos of the different forms of matter.

III. Physical and Chemical Changes (20 minutes)

 Explain the difference between physical and chemical changes in matter.

 Provide examples of each (e.g. melting, boiling, burning).
 Perform a demonstration in front of the class to illustrate the difference between the two
types of changes.
 Discuss the observable changes that happen in the demonstration.

IV. Properties of Matter (30 minutes)

 Introduce the different properties of matter such as mass, volume, density, and
temperature.
 Discuss how each property can be measured or calculated.
 Perform experiments to illustrate the properties of matter: a. Mass: Use the balance scale to
measure the mass of objects. b. Volume: Use the beaker and thermometer to measure the
volume of water. c. Density: Compare the density of sugar and baking soda. d.
Temperature: Use the thermometer to measure the temperature of water before and after
boiling.
V. Conclusion (10 minutes)

 Recap the main points of the lesson.

 Encourage students to ask questions and clarify any concepts they didn't fully understand.

Assessment:

 Observe students during the experiments and discussions to gauge their understanding.
 Assign a homework task such as creating a mind map or completing a worksheet on the
properties of matter.