Learn Science with Mo: States of Matter
Learn Science With Mo Series
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What’s inside...
Follow Mo as she explores the fascinating world of matter. Discover how solids, liquids, and gases shape everything around us with fun experiments and engaging explanations.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-12
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How does Mo explore the different states of matter in the story?
Can you think of examples of solids, liquids, and gases around us?
What did Mo learn about how matter changes from one state to another?
Why do you think understanding states of matter is important?
How do you think the adventure with Mo might continue if there was another book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, ask your child what they already know about solids, liquids, and gases to gauge their prior knowledge.
While reading, pause to discuss and predict Mo's next steps in exploring states of matter to keep your child engaged.
After reading, conduct simple experiments at home to transform water between different states: ice (solid), water (liquid), and steam (gas).
Encourage your child to relate the story to real life by identifying the states of matter in everyday objects.
Use the book as a springboard to discuss science as an exciting field of discovery and encourage curiosity.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding the concept of states of matter
Explanation: Through fun narratives and experiments with the character Mo, children are introduced to the basic states of matter: solid, liquid, and gas.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this knowledge to everyday observations, like noticing water turn to ice or steam, thus helping them understand and categorize their environment.
Example Lesson: Importance of observation and experimentation
Explanation: Mo encourages children to explore their surroundings through experiments, teaching them how to predict and observe changes in matter.
Real-World Application: This instills a scientific mindset from a young age, where children learn to think critically and make predictions based on their observations.
Example Lesson: Collaboration and teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the book, Mo works together with friends to conduct experiments, showing the value of teamwork.
Real-World Application: This can help children understand the importance of working with others to achieve common goals, whether in school projects or family activities.