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The Chemistry of Everyday Life: Engaging Students One Lab at a Time Mark as Favorite (1 Favorite)
WEBINAR (1 hour) recorded October 20, 2026
Chemistry can feel abstract and challenging to high school students—but it becomes far more meaningful when they recognize it in the world around them. In this webinar, you will explore engaging laboratory activities that connect essential chemistry concepts to familiar experiences and everyday products.
Movie Night Popcorn: how many students are aware that there’s water in the kernel?
We all see the changes in leaves in Fall – let students understand why the green takes a sabbatical during cold months!
Household products: what’s really in them? Do the toys you place in water really grow 600% as the package claims?
These relatable investigations encourage students to ask questions, analyze evidence, and experience memorable “aha” moments as classroom concepts come to life. Leave with practical laboratory ideas that can help your students understand challenging content, strengthen their scientific thinking, and discover that chemistry truly is a part of their everyday lives.
Presenter: Carmen Foschino, Chemistry Teacher, East Meadow High School
Date: Tuesday, October 20th at 7:00 PM ET