Understanding Matter

By Ashby Morell

Tennessee State Standards• Science:• GLE 0107.Inq.1 Observe the world of familiar

objects using the senses and tools • 0107.Inq.1 Use senses and simple tools to make

observations. • GLE 0107.9.1 Classify objects according to their

physical properties. • GLE 0107.9.2 Distinguish between the

properties of solids and liquids.

What is matter?

• Everything you see around you is made of matter.

• There are three main types of matter – solids, liquids, and gases.

Solids are things you can hold in your hands.

Solids can be things too big to carry or hold.

Can you think of other examples of solids?

desks clothes backpack

Did you say any of these?

Liquids are fluids that can be poured.Liquids are wet. Drinks are liquids.

• Water is a liquid. The glass that hold the water is a solid.

Here are some other examples of liquids.

blood milk cooking oil

Gases

• Gases can not be held in your hand.

• Gases float around.

• The air that you breathe is a gas.

• Gases can fill a container of any size or shape.

Here are some examples of gases.

Helium steam smoke

Let’s see what you remember!

• Look at the picture and words.

• Decide if it is a solid, liquid, or gas.

table and chairs

solid liquid gas

solid liquid gas

chocolate milk

helium inside balloon

solid liquid gas