Physical Properties of Matter: Applications Science Games

5 games

In this series of games, your students will learn that matter can be classified by physical properties and those properties can be used to accomplish an intended goal. The Physical Properties of Matter: Applications learning objective — based on NGSS and state standards — delivers improved student engagement and academic performance in your classroom, as demonstrated by research.

Scroll down for a preview of this learning objective’s games and the concepts.

Concepts Covered

Plan and conduct an investigation to describe and classify different kinds of materials by their observable properties. Analyze data obtained from testing different materials to determine which materials have the properties that are best suited for an intended purpose. Develop a simple sketch, drawing, or physical model to illustrate how the shape of an object helps it function as needed to solve a given problem. Recognize that the shape of materials such as paper and clay can be changed by cutting, tearing, crumpling, smashing, or rolling. Analyze data from tests of two objects designed to solve the same problem to compare the strengths and weaknesses of how each performs.

A preview of each game in the learning objective is found below.

You can access all of the games on Legends of Learning for free, forever, with a teacher account. A free teacher account also allows you to create playlists of games and assignments for students and track class progress. Sign up for free today!

Image for Guardians of Matter - Super Study Buddies

Guardians of Matter - Super Study Buddies Estimated Duration: 13 minutes Escape the Chamber of Trials by using scientific tools to measure the different properties of matter. Why does a bowling ball sink while basketball doesn't? Salt or sand - which one dissolves in water? Prove your knowledge to the Guardians of Matter and make it back to the outside world!

Newton Pool Estimated Duration: 15 minutes The game consists of hand-crafted levels where the player controls a white ball. The goal of each level is to get the white ball to the end of the level in as few moves as possible, while racking up points by bumping golden balls into obstacles on the way! The game does not have any instructional math content, it simply has math review questions spread throughout.

Galaxy Escape Estimated Duration: 20 minutes 10 Bright Monsters have been captured in space and they need your help to cross the galaxy jumping between platforms, finding them, and releasing them by correctly answering each question. Each monster that you release and unlock will be available to play with in the next level, in the search for the next monster. In your journey, you’ll be able to find power-ups, like ‘Double points’ and ‘Slow down’, which can be activated by finding gems, and their duration can be extended by correctly answering a question. Unlock and release the 10 different monsters and a spaceship along 10 different levels, while you make the most possible points.

Image for Matter Discovery: Test, Classify, and Build

Matter Discovery: Test, Classify, and Build Estimated Duration: 16 minutes Learn how to test and classify different type of matter based on strength, flexibility and absorbency! The game is composed of two minigames: the player will need to test and classify objects, and then apply learnings to build a doghouse and test its heat resistance, its strength, and its absorbency.

Image for Mighty Chin-Chin: What's the Matter

Mighty Chin-Chin: What's the Matter Estimated Duration: 16 minutes The mighty Chin-Chin needs your help! By mastering the properties of matter, you shall be the guiding hand that topples the mightiest of trials that impede our intrepid hero. Gather all the stars and restore the brilliance that once sparks the universe!

Physical Properties of Matter: Applications Science Games

Concepts Covered

Explore related games

Earth’s Systems: Rocks, Resources and Water Science Games

Earth’s Systems: Wind and Water Science Games

Weather Science Games