This document summarizes the three states of matter - solids, liquids, and gases. It defines each state and provides examples. Solids have a definite size and shape, liquids take the shape of their container, and gases have no definite shape and fill their container. Examples of each state are given, such as table salt for solids, juice for liquids, and air for gases. Properties of matter like color, shape, and texture are also briefly discussed.