Build Observation Skills with Properties of Matter Task Cards!

Take your matter review lessons to the next level with this engaging set of Printable Properties of Matter Task Cards! Designed to sharpen students’ observation skills and knowledge of the observable properties of matter, this resource prompts learners to examine the materials and objects around them, identifying and describing their unique properties.

This resource download includes 24 matter task cards, a student-friendly recording sheet, and an answer key for quick grading. It is perfect for independent, partner, or group work during your matter and materials unit.

Make Observing Matter in Science Easy With a Task Card Science Station

Make exploring the properties of matter fun and stress-free with a Printable Properties of Matter Task Card Science Station! This engaging activity encourages students to observe, describe, and examine materials around the classroom using hands-on tasks that build key science skills. This resource download includes:

• 📋 24 Properties of Matter Task Cards – Each card presents an observation challenge that prompts students to analyse classroom materials—such as desk surfaces or writing tools—by identifying properties like texture, colour, flexibility, hardness, or state of matter. To complete, students will locate and observe various items and then write sentences to explain the object and its properties.
• Student-Friendly Recording Sheet
• Answer Key with potential correct answers

Download and Print Your Year 5 Properties of Matter Task Cards Today

This resource is available in the following printable and editable formats. Click the dropdown arrow on the download button to select your preferred file.

• Full-Color PDF (non-editable)
• Full-Color Google Slides (Editable)

This resource was created by Kaylyn Chupp, a teacher and Teach Starter collaborator.

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