3rd Grade Physical Properties of Matter

3rd Grade Physical Properties of Matter Worksheet (Matter and Energy, TEKS 3.6A)

Students learn that a physical property is something they can observe or measure, sort everyday objects as hard or soft, then name the property each sentence describes: color, shape, texture, or temperature. Simple black and white doodles and big, easy to read text keep the focus on the science, not the reading. No prior knowledge is needed: the page teaches the idea first.

What's Inside

• A teach strip that defines physical property with rock and cotton ball doodles
• Part A: write H or S for four objects, with one done
• Part B: circle the property each sentence describes
• A friendly squirrel guide that points out the key idea
• A visual answer key with answers marked in red, plus a short teacher note

How Teachers Use It

Use it as a mini lesson follow up, a quick check, or a science center. It takes 6 to 8 minutes and prints clearly in black and white. The focus skill is describing matter by its physical properties, part of the grade 3 matter and energy strand.

Why It Works

Each sheet teaches one idea with everyday objects kids already know. Every activity has a done for you example, and students only circle, sort, number, or write a letter or word, so they can finish on their own. Wrong choices are believable, not silly, so students have to think. Pair it with the other Matter and Energy sheets to cover properties, measuring, states of matter, changes of state, and choosing and combining materials.