Observing a Physical Change

In this lesson, students are shown the difference between physical and chemical changes by dissolving and crushing seltzer tablets. Students learn to recognize that physical changes involved changes in size, shape, or texture, while chemical changes involve the formation of a new substance.

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General Information

Subject(s): Science

Grade Level(s): 4

Intended Audience: Educators

Instructional Time: 50 Minute(s)

Keywords: physical, change, properties, matter

Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan, Worksheet

Instructional Design Framework(s): Confirmation Inquiry (Level 1), Learning Cycle (e.g., 5E)

Resource Collection: Orange County Public Schools

Aligned Standards

This vetted resource aligns to concepts or skills in these benchmarks.

Aligned Access Points

This vetted resource aligns to concepts or skills in these access points.

SC.4.N.1.Su.1

Ask a question about the natural world, explore materials, observe, and share information.

SC.4.N.1.In.2

Compare own observations with observations of others.

SC.4.N.1.Su.3

Answer questions about objects and actions related to science.

SC.4.N.1.In.4

Communicate observations and findings through the use of pictures, writing, or charts.

SC.4.N.1.Su.4

Record observations using drawings, dictation, or pictures.

SC.4.N.1.In.5

Recognize that scientists perform experiments, make observations, and gather evidence.

SC.4.N.1.Su.5

Recognize ways that scientists collect evidence, such as by observations or measuring.

SC.4.P.8.In.1

Compare objects and materials based on physical properties, such as size, shape, color, texture, weight, hardness, odor, taste, and temperature.

SC.4.P.9.Pa.1

Recognize changes in observable properties of materials.

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