Mixtures and Solutions Activities for 4th Grade Science

The Kesler Science Mixtures and Solutions 4th Grade Complete 5E Lesson delivers a multi-day, student-led learning experience with minimal prep. Built on the 5E Model—Engagement, Exploration, Explanation, Elaboration, and Evaluation—this resource provides everything needed for an effective, flexible lesson. Printable and digital options, Spanish translations, and editable PowerPoints ensure accessibility for all learners.  

The lesson begins with engaging discussions and activities before moving into a differentiated station lab with nine multimodal stations. Students explore mixtures and solutions through hands-on experiments, reading passages, research, videos, and interactive tasks. They demonstrate understanding through writing, illustrations, assessments, and a challenge station for early finishers.  

To deepen learning, interactive notebook templates and student-choice projects extend the lesson beyond the classroom. Assessment materials include differentiated questions for evaluation, review worksheets, and test practice. Whether used in-person or virtually, this comprehensive lesson keeps students engaged while reinforcing key science concepts.

The Kesler Science Mixtures and Solutions Station Lab transforms physical science lessons into an engaging, student-led experience. With minimal prep, this resource allows 4th graders to explore mixtures through hands-on, inquiry-based learning. Designed for both classroom and virtual use, the lab encourages independent discovery while the teacher serves as a guide.  

Nine differentiated stations offer multimodal input and output activities, including experiments, research, reading, and video analysis. Students then demonstrate understanding through organizing, illustrating, writing, and assessment tasks. A challenge station extends learning for early finishers with creative mini-projects.  

Each station includes clear signage, task cards, and all necessary resources, with only a few common materials needed for hands-on experiments. Whether working independently or in small groups, students take charge of their learning in a structured yet flexible environment.

The Kesler Science Mixtures and Solutions Student Choice Projects give 4th grade students the freedom to select a project that aligns with their learning style. With nine creative options plus a “design your own” choice, students engage in hands-on exploration while demonstrating their understanding. A flexible rubric allows for teacher, peer, or self-assessment, ensuring a well-rounded evaluation.  

This differentiated resource includes two versions of the project page—one with modified options to support students needing remediation. For those seeking a challenge, multiple projects can be assigned while maintaining consistency in grading. Editable rubric pages assess vocabulary, concepts, presentation, clarity, and accuracy.  

Designed for ease of use, these projects require only common classroom materials like paper, markers, and scissors, with many options available in digital formats. Whether students are constructing models or creating multimedia presentations, this resource offers dynamic ways to showcase learning.