Demonstrate that matter is conserved when mixtures form (e.g., soil and water, oil and water).
The intent of 4.6C is to move students from guided examples to independent work with Conservation of matter.
TEKS 4.6C provides a clear foundation for continued study of Conservation of matter in future grades.
Students may rely on procedures without reasoning or mix key terms. Build in quick oral explanations, error analysis, and vocabulary supports tied to 4.6C.
Start with concrete or familiar examples, connect to prior knowledge, model a clear process, and provide checks for understanding aligned to 4.6C.
Standard 4.6C describes the essential skills and understandings for Conservation of matter in Grade 4. It clarifies the learning outcomes and what successful work looks like.
It lays groundwork for the next grade by deepening accuracy and flexibility with Conservation of matter, so students can tackle more complex problems later.
