Second Grade Brenda Rone, Susan Gentry, and Bridgett Niedringhaus Hazelwood School District

This lesson is designed to reinforce: State Science Standard 3 III Matter and Energy Properties, Characteristics, and Structures of Matter A. Physical Properties are used to identify objects. B. Matter has physical properties that can change. C. Substances/mixtures can exist in different concentrations. D. Materials can be used for a variety of purposes.

Teacher Page 4We suggest that students keep a journal. 4It is critical for students to use writing skills to explain answers. When you see this symbol students should use their journals.

B. Physical Properties Changes Activity 1

What do you think will happen to this ice cream? Answer

Did you guess that it would melt?

What caused the ice cream to melt? Click for answer The heat from the

Heat changed the shape of the ice cream. What other items change shape with heat? Make a list of at least 5 items. Click for some ideas popcorn ice cube popsicle water bread

How will this paper look if left in the sun? Draw a picture.

How did the paper change? Did the paper change? No? Yes? Click to see What caused the change?

The light caused the color of the paper to change. What else will fade in the sun? Share your ideas. End of activity