States of Matter Task Cards | Solids, Liquids & Gases Science Review

Description

Make states of matter simple to teach—and fun to review!

These States of Matter Task Cards are the perfect no-prep way to reinforce essential physical science concepts. Students will practice comparing solids, liquids, and gases while also exploring how heat changes materials. Use them in centers, Scoot, small groups, or for quick test prep—it’s flexible learning made easy.

What’s Included:

• 24 Task Cards designed for versatile review
• Student Answer Page for accountability and easy grading
• Teacher Answer Key to save you time
• Teacher Explanation for quick reference and clarity

Skills Covered:

✔ Recognize that air is a substance—it takes up space and has mass
✔ Compare solids, liquids, and gases by their observable properties
✔ Summarize how heat causes changes in states of matter
✔ Build foundational knowledge of physical and chemical properties

Why Teachers Love These:

• Low-Prep → just print and go
• Flexible Use → Scoot, centers, early finishers, whole-class review
• Aligned → supports physical science standards in grades 3–4
• Engaging → keeps students moving, thinking, and talking science

Perfect For:

• 3rd grade & 4th grade science classrooms
• Test prep or end-of-unit review
• Sub plans or quick independent work
• Differentiation—works well in whole group, small group, or centers

These task cards make tricky concepts like matter and heat changes easier for students to grasp. Instead of passive worksheets, they get hands-on practice that sticks. And with everything included, you can spend less time prepping and more time teaching.