Lesson Plan

Objective: The students will be able to identify and describe different
states of matter.
Subject: Science
Grade Level: Grade 3
Learning across curriculum:
1. Mathematics - Students will measure and compare the volumes of different states
of matter.
2. Filipino - Students will create a short story using different states of matter as
characters or elements.
3. Social Studies - Students will research and present how different states of matter
are used in traditional Filipino crafts.
Review Motivation:
1. Show a short video clip of different states of matter in everyday life and ask the
students to identify them.
2. Conduct a simple experiment where students observe the changes in states of

matter (e.g., melting ice, boiling water).
3. Play a game where students have to guess the state of matter based on its
description.
Activity 1: Exploring States of Matter
Materials: Water, ice cubes, heat source (stove or burner), thermometer, cups
Instructions:
1. Divide the students into small groups.
2. Give each group a cup of water and ask them to observe its state.
3. Have the groups place their cups of water in different locations (e.g., freezer,
sunny spot, shaded area) and predict how the state of matter will change.
4. After a few hours, check the cups and record the changes in the states of matter.
5. Discuss the observations as a class.
Rubrics:
Criteria:
- Accurate observation of the initial state of matter
- Prediction of state changes
- Recording of changes in states of matter
Points: 10
Assessment Questions:
1. What was the initial state of matter in your cup?
2. Did the state of matter change after a few hours? If yes, how did it change?
Activity 2: Classifying States of Matter
Materials: Pictures or cards representing different states of matter (solid,

liquid, gas)
Instructions1. Show the pictures or cards to the students.
2. Ask them to classify each picture or card into the correct state of matter category.
3. Discuss and explain the classifications as a class.
Rubrics:
Criteria:
- Correct classification of pictures or cards
Points: 10
1. What state of matter is shown in the picture/card?
2. Why did you classify it as that specific state of matter?
Activity 3: Experimenting with States of Matter
Materials: Water, ice cubes, heat source (stove or burner), thermometer, cups,
timer
Instructions:
1. Review the concept of states of matter.
2. Divide the students into pairs.
3. Give each pair a cup of water, ice cubes, and a heat source.
4. Instruct the pairs to measure the temperature of the water, then heat it until it
boils.
5. Ask them to record the changes in the states of matter and the temperature at
each stage.
6. Discuss the results and the relationship between temperature and states of
matter.
Rubrics:
Criteria:
- Accurate measurement of temperature
- Recording of changes in states of matter and temperature

Points: 10
1. What was the temperature of the water before heating?
2. At what temperature did the water change from liquid to gas?
Activity 4: Investigating Changes in States of Matter
Material: Ice cubes, hot plate or stove, beakers or cups, thermometer
Instructions:
1. Divide the students into small groups.
2. Give each group a beaker or cup filled with ice cubes.
3. Instruct the groups to observe and record the initial state of matter.
4. Provide a hot plate or stove for each group and ask them to heat the beaker or
cup slowly.
5. As the ice cubes melt and heat is applied, students should observe and record the
changes in states of matter.
6. Discuss the observations and the concept of phase changes as a class.
Rubric:
Criteria:
- Accurate observation and recording of the initial state of matter
- Observation and recording of changes in states of matter
- Participation and engagement in class discussion
Points: 15
1. What was the initial state of matter in your beaker or cup?
2. Describe the changes in states of matter that occurred as you heated the beaker
or cupActivity 5: States of Matter Sort
Material: Picture cards or objects representing different states of matter (solid,

liquid, gas)
Instructions:
1. Prepare picture cards or objects that represent different states of matter.
2. Mix up the picture cards or objects and place them in a pile.
3. Instruct the students to sort the picture cards or objects into three categories:
solid, liquid, and gas.
4. Encourage students to discuss and justify their sorting decisions with their group
members.
5. Review the correct categories as a class and have students compare their sorting
with the correct classification.
Rubric:
Criteria:
- Accurate sorting of picture cards or objects into the correct categories
- Justification of sorting decisions
- Participation and collaboration with group members
Points: 15
1. How did you decide which category each picture card or object belonged to?
2. Were there any picture cards or objects that were difficult to classify? Why?
Activity 6: Investigating the Effects of Temperature on States of Matter
Material: Water, ice cubes, hot water, thermometer, cups
Instructions:
1. Give each student a cup filled with water and ice cubes.
2. Instruct the students to measure and record the initial temperature of the water.
3. Ask the students to observe and record the state of matter of the water in their
cups.
4. Provide hot water and ask the students to add a small amount to their cups,
stirring gently.
5. Have the students observe and record any changes in the state of matter and
temperature.
6. Discuss the observations and the relationship between temperature and changes
in states of matter.
Rubric:
Criteria:
- Accurate measurement and recording of the initial temperature
- Observation and recording of changes in states of matter and temperature
- Participation and contribution to class discussion
Points: 15
1. What was the initial temperature of the water in your cup?
2. How did the addition of hot water affect the state of matter and temperature in
your cup?
Note: Remember to provide appropriate safety measures and supervision
during activities involving heat sources and hot water.
Analysis:
After each activity, analyze the students' understanding of the different states of
matter. Identify any misconceptions or areas that need further clarification.
Abstraction:
Summarize the main points and concepts learned about the different states of
matter.
Application:
Present a real-life problem to the students, such as how to keep ice cream from
melting quickly in a hot environment. Ask them to brainstorm and propose solutions
based on their understanding of states of matter.
Assessment:
1. Written quiz with multiple-choice and short answer questions about the different
states of matter.
2. Group presentation where students demonstrate their understanding of states of

matter by using everyday objects as examples.
Assignment:
Create a poster or infographic that explains the different states of matter, their
characteristics, and examples of each state.

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Objective: The students will be able to identify and describe different

Grade Level: Grade 3

Learning across curriculum:

2. Conduct a simple experiment where students observe the changes in states of

Activity 1: Exploring States of Matter

1. Divide the students into small groups.

5. Discuss the observations as a class.

- Accurate observation of the initial state of matter

- Prediction of state changes

- Recording of changes in states of matter

1. What was the initial state of matter in your cup?

Activity 2: Classifying States of Matter

Materials: Pictures or cards representing different states of matter (solid,

Instructions1. Show the pictures or cards to the students.

3. Discuss and explain the classifications as a class.

- Correct classification of pictures or cards

1. What state of matter is shown in the picture/card?

2. Why did you classify it as that specific state of matter?

Activity 3: Experimenting with States of Matter

1. Review the concept of states of matter.

2. Divide the students into pairs.

- Accurate measurement of temperature

- Recording of changes in states of matter and temperature

1. What was the temperature of the water before heating?

2. At what temperature did the water change from liquid to gas?

Activity 4: Investigating Changes in States of Matter

Material: Ice cubes, hot plate or stove, beakers or cups, thermometer

1. Divide the students into small groups.

2. Give each group a beaker or cup filled with ice cubes.

6. Discuss the observations and the concept of phase changes as a class.

- Accurate observation and recording of the initial state of matter

- Observation and recording of changes in states of matter

- Participation and engagement in class discussion

1. What was the initial state of matter in your beaker or cup?

Material: Picture cards or objects representing different states of matter (solid,

1. Prepare picture cards or objects that represent different states of matter.

2. Mix up the picture cards or objects and place them in a pile.

- Accurate sorting of picture cards or objects into the correct categories

- Justification of sorting decisions

- Participation and collaboration with group members

Material: Water, ice cubes, hot water, thermometer, cups

- Accurate measurement and recording of the initial temperature

- Observation and recording of changes in states of matter and temperature

- Participation and contribution to class discussion

1. What was the initial temperature of the water in your cup?

2. Group presentation where students demonstrate their understanding of states of

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