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Solid, Liquid, or Gas: What is a Solid?

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Let's take a closer look at how to discover a solid! Science is the magic in the universe just waiting to be discovered.

Read this book one on one and talk about what makes a solid different from liquids and gases. Children practice science vocabulary and learn to notice the properties of matter. It fits well with early classroom science or a quick read at home. As you read, pause to point out solid things nearby and ask how they stay the same shape.

Teaching & Discussion Guide

Use this guide to turn Solid, Liquid, or Gas: What is a Solid? into a mini reading lesson at home or in the classroom.

Concepts & skills practiced

Solid, liquid, and gas vocabulary
Identifying solids
Comparing states of matter
Physical science concepts
Observation and classification

Discussion Questions

1 What do you think makes something a solid instead of a liquid or a gas?
2 How can we tell if something keeps its shape when we pick it up or move it?
3 What solid things do you see in your room or in the kitchen right now?
4 How is a solid different from water or air when you touch or hold it?
5 Why do you think science books ask us to take a closer look at solids?
6 Can you think of a solid that changes place but does not change its shape?

Words to Learn

solid: A solid is something that keeps its own shape.
liquid: A liquid can flow and take the shape of its container.
gas: A gas spreads out and does not have its own shape.
shape: Shape is the way something looks on the outside.
physical science: Physical science is the study of how things like matter behave.
discover: To discover something means to find out or learn about it.

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