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Matter and Its Properties: The Science of Stuff

Common Core Standards & Vocabulary

 

Common Core and Other National Standards

Science

    Next Generation Science Standard, Structure and Properties of Matter for 2nd5th, and middle school
    National Science Content Standard B for K-4th, B for 5th-8th

Language Arts

Fine Arts

    National Music Standards 1267, and 8 for K-4th; Standard 1 for 5th-8th
    National Theater Standards 2367, and 8  for K-4th; Standards 2 and 6 for 5th-8th
    National Dance Standards 1 and 2 for K-4th


Vocabulary

Scientific Terms, Concepts, and References

evaporation condensation observe chemical reaction matter
particle physicist properties mass space
molecule atom / atomic micro / microscopic bonds vibrations
melting point boiling point freezing point solid liquid
gas substance plasma reversible change irreversible change

General Vocabulary-Building

mishmash misconception zing "crux of the matter" "mind over matter"
flexible rigid slat blueprints bypass
surpass unfurl liquid assets flash mob heart palpitations
trance stream (v.) "it's not you, it's me" "cramp your style" sluggardly
stockpot captivating illuminating marvels spoiler
intense freefall suspense transform profound
evermore "get with the program"

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