Welcome to our physical science discovery zone!
Physical science is the study of how the world works. For our Kindergarten and first-grade scientists, this page is filled with tools to help us observe, describe, and test the properties of everything around us.
Section 1: Describing our World
Standard: K.PS1.1
Plan and conduct an investigation using patterns to classify different kinds of materials by their observable properties (i.e. absorbency, color, texture, hardness, and flexibility), by their uses, and by whether they occur naturally or are manufactured.
What's My Property: Crash Course Kids #35.2
This video explores the properties of matter and how students can act as investigators to identify an object's properties.
Which material do we use?
This site provides an interactive activity in which students can read about what materials make different familiar objects. Note: The audio files are not accessible in the US, so adult assistance may be needed for reading.
Change it!
This book, by Adrienne Mason, explores the different states of matter. Linked is a read-aloud of this book!
Classifying Matter
Follow the Sparks' crew as they identify which materials will work best to restyle their superhero suits!