Changes in Matter Complete Science Lesson - New TEKS 7.6C

Bring chemistry to life with this engaging, hands-on unit on physical and chemical changes in matter.
This fully editable, low-prep, multiday resource includes presentations, worksheets, student-choice projects, and assessments—everything you need to deliver an interactive, student-centered unit with ease.

With differentiated, student-led learning, your students will stay engaged and take ownership of their understanding while you focus on guiding and supporting their success.

Essential Questions

• What are the different ways matter can change?

• How can we distinguish between a physical change and a chemical change?

Why Teachers Love This Kesler Science Complete Lesson

• Differentiated materials that support every learner

• Multimodal learning experiences to keep middle school students actively engaged

• Flexible format – works perfectly in both print and digital formats

• Editable PowerPoints to adapt lessons for your classroom

• Spanish translations for vocabulary, reading passages, and interactive notebook pages

• Aligned with 2021 TEKS standard 7.6C

Built around the **research-based 5E Instructional Model—Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, Evaluate—**this lesson promotes inquiry-based learning and conceptual understanding.

What’s Included in Each 5E Stage

Engage

Hook your students with activities that spark curiosity and connect prior knowledge:

• Objectives and Word Wall Cards in English and Spanish

• A teacher guide filled with discussion ideas, classroom activities, and notes on common misconceptions

Explore

Students investigate physical and chemical changes through a student-led, differentiated station lab designed to meet all learning styles.
With nine interactive stations, students engage with content in multiple ways to develop a deep understanding of how and why matter changes.

Input Stations help students absorb key concepts:

• Explore It! – Hands-on demo or experiment that connects learning through direct application

• Read It! – Short passage with comprehension questions (English and Spanish versions included)

• Research It! – Guided online investigation with tasks and questions

• Watch It! – Short, focused video with discussion prompts and reflections

Output Stations allow students to demonstrate what they’ve learned:

• Organize It! – Sort and classify examples using printable or digital tools

• Write It! – Respond to open-ended questions using evidence and academic vocabulary

• Illustrate It! – Draw or model changes in matter to enhance recall and understanding

• Assess It! – Show mastery and apply vocabulary in context through structured questions

Bonus Station – Challenge It!
Extension activities designed for early finishers or advanced learners, featuring puzzles, mini-projects, and reinforcement tasks for deeper learning.

Explain

Guide students in connecting their discoveries with formal explanations and key vocabulary:

• Editable PowerPoints (standard and interactive versions)

• Interactive Notebook Templates in both printable and digital formats (English and Spanish)

• Note-taking templates to support student comprehension during lessons

Elaborate

Encourage critical thinking and creativity with student-choice projects that explore physical and chemical changes in real-world contexts.
Projects can be completed in class or at home for additional enrichment and differentiation.

Evaluate

Reinforce and assess understanding with:

• STAAR 2.0–style assessment questions in both standard and modified formats

• Review worksheets for class discussions, test prep, or homework assignments

Perfect for In-Class or Virtual Learning

This lesson is designed for maximum flexibility—ideal for traditional, blended, or virtual classrooms.
The station lab and PowerPoint/INB materials are fully compatible with Google Slides and PowerPoint, making it simple to engage students wherever they learn.

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