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  Polymers, Scientific Method, Physical Properties, Mixtures | Elementary School, Middle School

  Lab: Polymer Investigation Mark as Favorite (3 Favorites)

  In this lab, students will follow the procedure for creating a polymer, flubber, which will be similar in consistency to Silly Putty. Students will then design an experiment to test a physical property of the flubber that they have created using the scientific method.

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  Solubility, Observations | Elementary School, Middle School

  Activity: Paper Flower Blossoms Mark as Favorite (3 Favorites)

  In this activity, students will investigate solubility by using a combination of washable markers and permanent ink to color a paper flower. The petals of the flower will be folded, and then placed in a shallow dish of water. Students will be intrigued by the outcome as they observe several changes occur. Using their knowledge of several fundamental chemistry topics, student will explain their observations using evidence and modeling.

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  Chemical Change, Phase Changes, Combustion, Observations | Elementary School, Middle School

  Demonstration: The Jumping Flame Mark as Favorite (5 Favorites)

  In this demonstration, students will observe that the vapor of an extinguished candle flame is ignitable.

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  Mixtures, Physical Properties, Molecular Structure, Mixtures | Elementary School, Middle School, High School

  Demonstration: Analyzing Mixtures Mark as Favorite (36 Favorites)

  In this demonstration, the teacher will create a sequence of mixtures in a single test tube. Water, oil, food coloring and soap will be used in this demonstration to introduce the concepts of heterogeneous and homogeneous solutions as well as the idea of miscibility. Students will also have the opportunity to analyze the properties, such as surface tension of each component used.

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  Observations, Mixtures, Physical Properties, Molecular Structure | Elementary School, Middle School

  Demonstration: Investigating Hand Sanitizer and Soap Mark as Favorite (7 Favorites)

  In this demonstration, students will consider the purpose of using both hand sanitizer and soap to wash their hands. They will observe a model of the interaction between hand sanitizer particles and virus particles, as well as between soap particles and virus particles to gain a better understanding of how soaps and sanitizers work.

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  Periodic Table, History, Identifying an Unknown | Elementary School, Middle School, High School

  Video: Arsenic Video Mark as Favorite (38 Favorites)

  In this video, Sam Kean tells stories about arsenic, a deadly element that was once referred to as the "Inheritance Powder".

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  Conservation of Matter, Chemical Change, Photosynthesis, Balancing Equations, Reversible Reactions, Molecular Formula, Molecular Structure, Conservation of Mass, Interdisciplinary, Matter, Elements, Monomer | Elementary School

  Lesson Plan: Plant Chemistry Mark as Favorite (1 Favorite)

  In this lesson, students will explore a simple, but key, biochemical reaction: photosynthesis.

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  Separating Mixtures | Elementary School

  Lab: Investigating Black Ink Mark as Favorite (9 Favorites)

  In this lab, students will discover that black ink is a mixture composed of a several different pigments through a chromatography investigation.

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  Density, Density, Chemical Change, Observations, Chemical Change, Combustion | Elementary School, Middle School

  Demonstration: Investigating Gas Density Mark as Favorite (8 Favorites)

  In this demonstration, students will observe a reaction between baking soda and vinegar in the presence of a burning candle. The initial environment has plenty of oxygen present in order to sustain the candle’s flame; however the reaction will produce carbon dioxide which will cause the lit candle to extinguish. Students will analyze the outcome and compare the presence of the gases in the container and make determinations about the densities of each.

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  Physical Properties, Observations, Matter | Elementary School

  Activity: Sorting Buttons Mark as Favorite (0 Favorites)

  In this lab, students will investigate observable properties of matter. Students will use their knowledge of physical properties to create and separate mixtures of assorted buttons based on the characteristics of color, shape and number of holes.

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  Mixtures, Solute & Solvent, Phase Changes, Distillation, Introduction, Separating Mixtures, Interdisciplinary, Mixtures, Physical Change | Elementary School

  Lesson Plan: Now I Can Drink the Water! Mark as Favorite (3 Favorites)

  In this lesson, students review important concepts of the water cycle and then design, test, and evaluate a working model of a desalination plant (a distiller).

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  Solubility, Solute & Solvent, Physical Change | Elementary School

  Demonstration: Crystallization of Sugar Mark as Favorite (6 Favorites)

  In this demonstration, students will observe how to make rock candy in order to understand how sugar crystals form. They will be able to explain what a supersaturated solution is and how it is relevant to sugar crystallization.

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  Chemical Change, Solute & Solvent, Observations, Inferences, Physical Change, Identifying an Unknown | Elementary School

  Lesson Plan: Alien Invasion? Mark as Favorite (2 Favorites)

  In this lesson, students will explore both physical and chemical changes as they try to help the Department of Homeland Security analyze and identify materials found in a mysterious capsule. Students will examine and observe an unknown object (a frozen water balloon) as it changes (melts). They then mix combinations of everyday substances to observe chemical changes.

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  Phase Changes, Physical Properties, Melting Point, Observations, Scientific Method | Elementary School

  Lab: Ice Cube Race Mark as Favorite (1 Favorite)

  In this lab, students will investigate what factors can influence the change in state of matter from a solid to a liquid. They will have the opportunity to make a hypothesis and participate in the design and completion of an experiment.

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  Phase Changes, Physical Properties, Molecular Motion, Introduction, Matter | Elementary School

  Lesson Plan: Introducing States of Matter Mark as Favorite (11 Favorites)

  In this lesson, students will investigate particle behavior in different forms of matter: solid, liquid and gas. Students will have an opportunity to examine a model of the particles in the different states of matter and will also participate in a kinesthetic demonstration of matter. They will also learn what makes the states of matter different from one another when changing from one form to another.

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  Matter, Physical Properties, Observations, Phase Changes | Elementary School

  Activity: Matter Can Taste Good! Mark as Favorite (0 Favorites)

  In this activity, students will be introduced to the general differences and organization of particles in each state of matter: solid, liquid and gas. They will have the opportunity to compare the samples and then will identify each state of matter during an edible activity.

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  Physical Properties, Density, Separating Mixtures, Matter, Culminating Project, Interdisciplinary, Phase Changes | Elementary School, Middle School

  Activity: The Castaway! Mark as Favorite (14 Favorites)

  In this activity, students use their knowledge of the properties of matter to create and/or design items needed for survival on a deserted island.

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  Molecular Structure, Covalent Bonding, Molecular Formula, Review, Atoms | Elementary School, Middle School

  Activity: Atom Catcher Game Mark as Favorite (12 Favorites)

  In this activity, students will make several different molecules out of four types of atoms: oxygen, carbon, hydrogen, and nitrogen in an online game. In order to be successful, the student must move a beaker on the screen to catch the correct type and number of atoms needed to form a particular molecule. Students can score points by making as many correct molecules as possible in a given amount of time.

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  Interdisciplinary | Elementary School, Middle School

  Activity: Discovering Entomology Mark as Favorite (0 Favorites)

  In this activity, students will first work in small groups on a card sort aimed to activate their prior knowledge about insects and attempt to match the name of several common insects with a corresponding scientific fact. Students will then watch a short video while answering several questions to discover more about the field of entomology.

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  Periodic Table, Review, Elements, Subatomic Particles, Model of the Atom, Atomic Mass | Elementary School, Middle School

  Activity: Periodic Table Challenge Game Mark as Favorite (23 Favorites)

  In this activity, students will play an online game that quizzes their knowledge about the atomic structure of the first 20 elements on the periodic table. Students will be asked to identify different elements based on information related to subatomic particles, placement on the periodic table or from a provided Bohr model. This game has several options for students to choose from, and can be used to review content, or as a formative assessment.

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  Lab Safety | Elementary School, Middle School, High School

  Video: Video 5: RAMP (For Students) Mark as Favorite (19 Favorites)

  Use this video to teach your students a simple yet powerful tool for protecting you and your classmates in the lab. The tool is called RAMP. RAMP stands for: Recognize hazards; Assess risks; Minimize risks and Prepare for emergencies.

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  Physical Change, Chemical Change, Observations | Elementary School, Middle School

  Lab: Comparing Physical and Chemical Changes Mark as Favorite (13 Favorites)

  In this lab, students will analyze different scenarios in order to determine if a physical or chemical change has occurred. This lab experience will provide students with the opportunity to record observations, as well as improve their ability to differentiate between physical and chemical changes.

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  Chemical Change, Density, Chemical Change, Density | Elementary School, Middle School, High School

  Demonstration: Fire Extinguisher Mark as Favorite (17 Favorites)

  In this demonstration, students will observe a chemical reaction, and see how the product can be used to extinguish a fire.

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  Physical Properties, Observations, Matter | Elementary School

  Lab: Investigating the Physical Properties of Everyday Items Mark as Favorite (1 Favorite)

  In this lab, students will collect and analyze ordinary, everyday items in order to learn more about physical properties. Students will record data about each item, and then classify their items according to their properties.

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  Scientific Method, Observations, Experimental Design, Physical Properties | Elementary School

  Lab: Stains, Stains, Go Away Mark as Favorite (6 Favorites)

  In this lab, students will become more familiar with the scientific method as they investigate what type of cleaning product is best. Students will identify variables as they carry out a controlled test to compare the ability of different products to remove a ketchup stain.