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Observing Matter Worksheet Pack

Updated: 20 Jul 2026

Practice observing the properties of materials used in a range of objects with our Observing Matter Worksheet Pack.

Editable: Google Slides
Non-Editable: PDF
Pages: 6 Pages
Grades: 3 - 5

Curriculum

S.3.6.A

Measure, test, and record physical properties of matter, including temperature, mass, magnetism, and the ability to sink or float in water
S.4.6.A

Classify and describe matter using observable physical properties, including temperature, mass, magnetism, relative density (the ability to sink or float in water), and physical state (solid, liquid, gas)
S.5.6.A

Compare and contrast matter based on measurable, testable, or observable physical properties, including mass, magnetism, relative density, physical state (solid, liquid, gas), volume, solubility in water, and the ability to conduct or insulate t...

teaching resource

Observing Matter Worksheet Pack

Updated: 20 Jul 2026

Practice observing the properties of materials used in a range of objects with our Observing Matter Worksheet Pack.

Editable: Google Slides
Non-Editable: PDF
Pages: 6 Pages
Grades: 3 - 5

Practice observing the properties of materials used in a range of objects with our Observing Matter Worksheet Pack.

Teach Science With Our Observing States of Matter Worksheets

Give your students a clear, hands‑on understanding of the states of matter and particle alignment with this printable worksheet pack designed for upper-elementary science. These activities help learners explore solids, liquids, and gases in the real world while building foundational knowledge about how particles behave in each state.

Perfect for whole‑class lessons, science centres, small‑group work, or homework, this pack encourages students to observe, classify, and explain matter using age‑appropriate scientific language.

Three Engaging Matter Worksheets

This resource includes three printable worksheets, each targeting a different aspect of matter and particle behavior:

1. States of Matter Search & Sort – Students look around their classroom or home environment to identify examples of solids, liquids, and gases. They record their findings, classify each item, and explain why it fits that state of matter.

2. Partner Matter Activity – Students work with a partner to classify each item, and explain why it fits that state of matter.

3. States of Matter Application Activity – Students apply their knowledge by matching real‑world examples to particle diagrams.

Download Your States of Matter Worksheet Pack

Your States of Matter Worksheet Pack includes:

3 student worksheets
activities focused on real‑world observation and particle alignment

It is available as both a PDF and an editable Google Slides resource file. To get your copy, click the dropdown arrow on the download button and select your preferred file type.

This resource was created by Emma Eager, a teacher in Washington and Teach Starter collaborator.

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Curriculum

S.3.6.A

Measure, test, and record physical properties of matter, including temperature, mass, magnetism, and the ability to sink or float in water
S.4.6.A

Classify and describe matter using observable physical properties, including temperature, mass, magnetism, relative density (the ability to sink or float in water), and physical state (solid, liquid, gas)
S.5.6.A

Compare and contrast matter based on measurable, testable, or observable physical properties, including mass, magnetism, relative density, physical state (solid, liquid, gas), volume, solubility in water, and the ability to conduct or insulate t...

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