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MC5.1
Investigate the characteristics and physical properties of materials in solid, liquid, and gaseous states of matter.

CP, SI

Indicators for this outcome
(a)

Recognize that matter is anything that has mass and takes up space.

(b)

Classify materials in their environment as solids, liquids, or gases based on personal observation.

(c)

Discuss the importance of water, in all states of matter, as a sacred substance within First Nations and Métis cultures.

(d)

Carry out a procedure to compare the mass of an object with the mass of its components.

(e)

Pose questions related to the characteristics and physical properties of matter that are suitable for investigating using processes of science.

(f)

Observe and record characteristics and physical properties (e.g., colour, texture, mass, volume, hardness, flexibility, absorbency, strength, buoyancy, melting point, malleability, magnetism, and solubility) of different solids, liquids, and gases in their environment.

(g)

Determine the distinguishing characteristics which enable scientists to differentiate between solids, liquids, and gases.

(h)

Measure the temperature, volume, and mass of materials using appropriate instruments (e.g., digital thermometer, ruler, tape measure, graduated cylinder, measuring cup, single-pan balance, and electronic scale) and standard units (e.g., °C, cm3, ml, and kg).

(i)

Explain how some characteristics and physical properties, such as melting point, boiling point, buoyancy, and solubility, help to distinguish materials from one another.

(j)

Critique personal and scientific classification systems of matter by identifying substances that are not easily classified as solids, liquids, or gases (e.g., butter, fat scraped off hides, fog, Jell-O, and wax).

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R071591
The Sand Rose. Episode 12
Moko is a young and curious explorer who constantly questions everything that grabs his attention. Each episode describes an adventure where Moko is seeking an answer to his question. The episode ends with a short explanation to the question. In this video, Moko's gift, a rose, wilts in the heat. Another gift, the sand rose, is created by water and sand.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : Free
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Record posted/updated: November 28, 2018
R071652
Properties of Matter, Part 2: Liquids, Solids, and Gases
Matter is everywhere and in everything. Appropriate examples and experiments make learning about matter easy and fun. Viewers learn that all matter has mass and takes up space, use the five senses to discover the properties of matter and see how matter changes form. A catchy tune helps reinforce key concepts.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : $39.95 USD
Record posted/updated: November 10, 2021
R071578
All About Matter
In this video, students will learn that matter is all around them. Students will discover that matter exists in three forms - gas, liquid and solid. In addition, students will come to understand the different properties, qualities and characteristics of matter. The video uses a combination of live-footage, animation and graphics to explain key concepts and vocabulary about matter.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $63.98
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Record posted/updated: November 28, 2018
R051855
Investigating Chemical Reactions
Chemical reactions are a part of everyday life. This video examines the characteristics and types of chemical reactions. Teachers will need to deemphasize the vocabulary that is used in the video.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $135.00
Record posted/updated: November 28, 2018
R049948
The Adventures of a Plastic Bottle: A Story about Recycling
Students will enjoy following the journey of a plastic bottle. Starting as a blob of crude oil, the oil is cleaned and changed into forms that people can use to make things. As the material is passed through the manufacturing process, it is moulded into a plastic bottle, filled, and shipped to stores. When the bottle is recycled, it is transformed into a fleece coat.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $4.50
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Record posted/updated: November 28, 2018
R053550
Pearson Saskatchewan Science 5. Student Edition
Pearson Saskatchewan Science 5 is custom published for Saskatchewan and developed by a team of Saskatchewan teachers. Each unit starts with a list of "Big Ideas" that set the focus for the unit. A Big Idea then provides the title for each section in the unit. Throughout the unit, opportunities are provided for students to work together, communicate ideas, perform experiments and carry out library and Internet research. Key vocabulary is bolded throughout the unit and an explanation of each term is provided. All key terms and explanations are also listed in a glossary at the back of the text. First Nations and Métis content, perspectives and ways of knowing are an integral part of the Saskatchewan science text. Highlights of the activities and achievements of Saskatchewan men and women are provided in the "Ask..." feature. In each unit, the Ask... feature provides access to the wisdom of a First Nations or Métis Elder or Traditional Knowledge Keeper, who shares an oral story related to the content of that unit.
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•  Pearson Saskatchewan Science 5. SMART Notebook Lessons
•  Pearson Saskatchewan Science 5. Teacher's Resource Kit
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $79.27
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Record posted/updated: October 18, 2020
R054561
Hands-on Science Grade 5: An Inquiry Approach(WNCP ed.)
This new edition contains easy-to-follow lesson plans that incorporate an inquiry-based approach to learning. The student-centred activities also include ideas for integrating Indigenous knowledge, multicultural connections and real-world applications into each lesson. The four units contained in the resource are: Maintaining a Healthy Body, Properties of and Changes in Substances, Forces and Simple Machines and Weather.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $124.00
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Record posted/updated: July 4, 2019
R071651
Properties of Matter, Part 1
This video takes viewers to the "matter kitchen" where they learn to use their senses to identify the properties of objects - size, weight, shape, colour, temperature. They also learn about some of the tools used to measure the properties of matter and that matter has mass, takes up space and can exist in different states - solids, liquids and gases.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : $39.95 USD
Record posted/updated: November 10, 2021
R051308
Solutions at Work
Engaging footage illustrates the types, characteristics and uses of solutions, paying special attention to solutions we use every day. Additional concepts and terminology: solution, suspension, solute, solvent, water, concentration, solubility, saturated and unsaturated solutions, pH, acids and bases.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $49.95
Record posted/updated: November 28, 2018
R051852
The Changing Phases of Matter
In this video, students will examine how a substance, such as water, exists in different phases. The examples provided in the video illustrate how phase changes occur. Student will learn about states of matter, particles, solid, liquid, gas, plasma, melting, freezing, vaporization, boiling, evaporation, condensation and sublimation.
Please see the related resources below.
•  The Changing Phases of Matter. Slides
Media and Formats : CD/DVD Video
Price : $79.95 USD
Record posted/updated: December 3, 2021