2nd Grade: Lesson 1.1 Name: ________________ Activity Sheet Classifying Objects Based on Date: _________________ Their Observable Properties

1. You saw a lid, a coin, and a key. Try grouping these objects according to their properties: Shape, Flexibility, and Material. In the chart below, write the name of each object in the space under its property.

Shape

Round Irregular

Flexibility

Flexible Stiff

Material

Metal Plastic

Safety: Follow all safety instructions given by your teacher. Wash your hands after

completing the activity.

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ACTIVITY Question to investigate:

Can you sort different objects into groups based on their observable properties?

Objects: Birthday candle, wax paper, copy paper, construction paper, plastic spoon, plastic ruler, popsicle stick, pencil, aluminum foil, paper clip, rubber band, eraser, crayon, and plastic bag material.

Procedure 1. Choose one property of the objects to group them. You can group the objects by

Shape, Flexibility, or Material.2. Write the name of each object in the box that best describes its property.3. When you are done, try grouping the items using another property.

Shape

Long and Skinny Flat Not Long and Skinny or Flat

Flexibility

Flexible Stiff

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Material

Wax Paper Plastic

Wood Metal Rubber

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