Description

Matter for Second Grade – Complete Science Unit

Make teaching matter simple, engaging, and hands-on with this Matter for Second Grade resource. This 66-page 2nd grade science unit covers the properties of matter, states of matter, and real-world applications through interactive labs, reading passages, and easy-to-use teacher pages.

 

Designed with a slightly simplified reading level, these lessons help students work independently while mastering essential physical science concepts.

 

This unit includes seven complete lessons:

1. Describe Matter
2. What is Matter?
3. Measuring Matter
4. Testing Materials
5. Building and Rebuilding
6. Changes in Matter
7. Review Lesson – with game and final assessment

 

Each lesson features:

• Teacher page – overview, objectives, and materials list
• Student reading passage – accessible for independent success
• Fix-It sentence page – reinforces grammar & science content
• Exit ticket – quick check for understanding
• Mini quiz – easy assessment of mastery
• Hands-on activity or lab – real-world exploration of matter concepts

 

What’s Included:

• 6 engaging reading passages on matter concepts
• 6 fix-the-sentence activities
• 6 exit tickets
• 6 mini quizzes
• Hands-on activities and science labs for every lesson
• Final review game
• Final assessment
• Teacher pages for easy prep and instruction

 

Why Teachers Love It:

• All-in-One Unit – No need to piece together lessons from multiple sources
• Student-Friendly Language – Helps struggling readers participate fully
• Hands-On Learning – Labs and activities keep students engaged and curious
• Flexible Use – Works for whole-group instruction, small groups, or science centers
• Low Prep – Print-and-go format saves valuable planning time

 

Format: Printable PDF (66 pages)
Grade Level: 2nd Grade (also ideal for 3rd grade review)
Reading Level: Slightly simplified for independent success

Science Topics Covered: Properties of matter, states of matter, measuring matter, changes in matter, testing materials, and more

 

This Matter for Second Grade resource is perfect for teachers who want a ready-to-use, hands-on science unit that blends reading, writing, and doing — so students not only learn about matter but experience it firsthand.