Year Five - What's the matter? - Sciences - Library at Genazzano FCJ College

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Click on Britannica Primary: Matter article to learn about the difference between solids, liquids and gases.

Britannica Primary: Matter
Read/listen to this article for a simple overview of the three states of matter. HINT- you can change the article’s reading level (1, 2 or 3) to suit your understanding.
World Book Kids: Gases
Read/listen to this short article about gases.
World Book Kids: Liquids
Read/listen to this short article about liquids.
World Book Kids: Matter
A simple article explaining matter and it’s different states.
World Book Kids: Solids
Read/listen to this short article about solids.
World Book Student: Matter
Read a more detailed article about the three states of matter. The articles is broken up into sections: Introduction, Structure of Matter, States of Matter, Unusual forms of Matter and Matter and Fields. As there is a lot more text don't forget that you can use the ‘listen/read to me’ function.

Britannica Primary: Matter
This is a collection of images and clips planing ‘matter’.
Matter Compilation: Crash Course Kids
An informative clip which explains the three states of matter using simple language, interesting graphics/diagrams and easy to follow demonstrations. Don’t be deterred from the 20min or so length of the clip- it’s worth a watch!
3 States of Matter
A quick look at the three states of matter using simple animation/diagrams and explanations.

In the search box, type in the keyword 'matter'. There are 3 eBooks relating to Matter.

Matter and its Properties - this is a graphic novel information text that uses simple text and pictures to explain the concepts. Look for the 'FIND OUT MORE' section at the end of the ebook to find additional resources.
Learning about Matter - this non fiction text explores the different states of matter using simple text, diagrams, photos, illustrations and experiments.
Matter and How it Changes - this is a graphic novel information text that uses simple text and pictures to explain the concepts. Look for the 'FIND OUT MORE' section at the end of the ebook to find additional resources.

How many different kinds of matter can you see in this picture of a terrarium? Click on the DK Find Out website to learn more.

Solida, Liquids and Gases
Read in more detail about the three states of matter. Locate the ‘Contents’ box and click your way through the different sections of the website. You might even like to try the quiz to test your knowledge and understanding of Solids, Liquids and Gases.
DK Find out - What is matter?
This interactive webpage provides simple explanations of different kinds of matter.