Water molecules in drama
In this activity, students use drama to model water molecules in solid, liquid and gaseous states and how changes of state involve the addition or removal of heat
By the end of this activity, students should be able to:
use drama and movement to model states of matter
identify at least one physical characteristic of water in its solid state
identify at least one physical characteristic of water in its liquid state
identify at least one physical characteristic of water in its gaseous state
provide a simple explanation of the role of heat in melting and freezing.
Water in its three states of matter
Water behaves differently to most other substances because, in its solid state (ice), its particles are less densely packed than in its liquid state. This is why ice floats.
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introduction/background notes
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extension ideas.
Related content
These science articles explore several concepts:
Solids, liquids and gases – uses water as the context to explain states of matter.
Melting and freezing – how changes of state involve the addition or removal of heat energy.
Follow up with this activity with Looking at water – solid, liquid or gas – a hands-on experience of water in its different states.
Learn more about the power of drama our recorded webinar Understanding science through drama with Dr Carrie Swanson.
