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Great
Websites
on Matter, Energy, & Forces
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States of Matter - Click on the different states of matter to
see what shape their molecules might look like!
States of Matter - This model demonstrates
the different states of matter and shows the movement of the
molecules as well!
States of Matter - Here's another good model demonstrating the different states of matter. This one demonstrates the movement of the molecules as well!
Bizarre Stuff You can Make in Your Kitchen -This site has got a whole bunch of great activities... from making invisible ink to making gak or slime!!
Sink or Swim! -In class, we've explored many ideas about why certain things float or sink when they're placed in water. In this activity, we explore how fish are able to change their buoyancy so that they can either sink or float in water.
Sinking and Floating Game -See which things around the house will float and sink in this Blues Clues experiment. Don't forget to click on the green arrow to play another game. Each game has different items!
Cyberchem
for Kids
- This site is still under development, but be sure to try the "Physical
Properties Matching Game" found by clicking on the area called "What are
Physical Properties?"
The Atom's Family
Phases
of Matter Check out how hot or cold, water needs to be to
turn from a solid, to a liquid, to a gas. Check out how hot or cold it needs to
be for copper and nitrogen to changes states too!
Ice Cream in a Bag
-This activity
allows you to make ice cream easily, without having to buy an ice cream maker.
In addition to the plastic bag method, this recipe also explains how you can make
larger batches using a coffee can.
Chem4Kids - "Chemistry for kids" has all you need to start you off in the right direction to learn about matter. Click here to let the adventures begin!
Interactive Site
on Matter- This site is a bit advanced for you third graders-
but hey, check it out anyway... There are some really cool experiments.