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Water, one of the basic needs of humans, is found in all three states of matter on Earth; no other planet—that we know of—possesses this quality. Here is a unit that allows learners to explore through experimentation what it takes to find water in a liquid state. They then learn how temperature plays an important role in water's ability to transition between states of matter.
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- "Notes to Teacher" are included in activities; use some of these ideas for higher-level learners to research/explore
Classroom Considerations
- Pick and choose the activities that best suit your class; if you use all activities, give the class 11 days to complete
- Include the accommodations listed for learners with special needs
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- Activities all set up for the 5E model: engage, explore, explain, extend, evaluate
- Includes step-by-step instructions for teachers for all activities
- Contains critical thinking questions throughout each activity
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