Lesson Plan

All About Matter: Chemical vs. Physical Changes

Show your class how combining two objects can create a new object in this hands-on science lesson. Students will learn why breaking apart an object doesn't change its mass.
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Learning Objectives

Students will be able to differentiate between physical and chemical changes. Students will be able to differentiate between physical and chemical properties of matter.

Introduction

(5 minutes)
What's the MatterChemical vs. Physical Properties
  • Begin the lesson by asking your students what physical and chemical changes they have seen in the environment.
  • Tell your students that they will be learning about the physical and chemical changes and properties of matter.