Grade: 4th
Subject: Science
Topic: Physical Properties of Matter Using Digital Thermometers
Description: While observing the physical properties of matter, be sure to check out the digital microscopes from the library! The GoTemp probes are a great tool to add to the scientific investigation as they are USB and easily plugged into a laptop. The Logger Lite software will give students the hands on, visual representation of what they are exploring.
Science TEKS: 4.4A Collect, record, and analyze information using tools including…thermometers; 4.5A Measure, compare, and contrast physical properties of matter, including size, mass, volume, states, temperature, magnetism, and the ability to sink or float; 4.5B Predict the changes caused by heating and cooling such as ice becoming liquid water and condensation forming on the outside of a glass of ice water.
Technology TEKS: (6) Technology operations and concepts. (C) navigate systems and applications accessing peripherals both locally and remotely; (D) troubleshoot minor technical problems with hardware and software using available resources such as online help and knowledge bases; (4) Critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making. (B) collect, analyze, and represent data to solve problems using tools such as word processing, databases, spreadsheets, graphic organizers, charts, multimedia, simulations, models, and programming languages.
4Cs: Critical Thinking, Collaboration
Resources: LoggerLite software
Device Type: Laptop