Virtual On Demand — Matter Mystery Squad
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CILC Programming Quick Reference Guide
Roper Mountain Science Center’s Virtual programs are bookable Mondays and Tuesdays throughout the school year. Please reach out if you have any questions. jpoor@greenville.k12.sc.us
For Kindergarten, Second Grade
Roper Mountain’s Matter Mystery Squad has been tasked with solving the mystery of the unknown animal. Participants will begin with a sorting activity introduction with their own objects and then will apply the same principles to animals that call Roper Mountain Science Center home in an attempt to solve a mystery.
Program Duration: 45 minutes
Fee: Greenville County Schools- Free
South Carolina Schools $50 per session
All others: $100 per session
Class Size: 5 - 35 Students
Objectives:
Students will:
- Identify properties of objects and sort them based on observable characteristics.
- Analyze and interpret data to classify physical properties.
This program addresses the following standards:
2-PS1-1. Plan and conduct an investigation to describe and classify different kinds of materials by their observable properties.
NextGen Science Standards
2-PS1-1. Plan and conduct an investigation to describe and classify different kinds of materials by their observable properties.
K.P.4A.1 Analyze and interpret data to compare the qualitative properties of objects (such as size, shape, color, texture, weight, flexibility, attraction to magnets, or ability to sink or float) and classify objects based on similar properties.
K.S.1A.1 Ask and answer questions about the natural world using explorations, observations, or structured investigations.
K.S.1A.4: Analyze and interpret data from observations, measurements, or investigations to understand patterns and meanings.
K.S.1A.7 Construct scientific arguments to support explanations using evidence from observations or data collected.