Worksheet
Curated OER

History of the Atom Quiz Review

For Students 9th - 12th
In this history of the atom worksheet, students answer questions about Thomson's cathode ray apparatus, Rutherford's gold foil experiment and Dalton's beliefs about the atom. Students identify the number of protons, neutrons and...
Handout
National Institute of Open Schooling

Atomic Structure

For Students 7th - 12th Standards
Learners explain historical findings such as Rutherford and Bohr's contributions, explain wave particle duality, and formulate Heinsenberg's uncertainty principle. They also draw s, p, and d orbitals, explain more historical findings,...
Writing
Curated OER

Inside an Atom

For Students 9th - 12th
In this atom worksheet, students read about the history of the discovery of the atom. Students write a story, poem, song or other creative project in which they shrink to an incredibly small size and are trapped in a carbon atom.
PPT
Mr. E. Science

Atoms and Bonding

For Students 7th - 8th Standards
I don't trust atoms because they make up everything. Budding scientists learn about famous scientists connected to atomic models, chemical, ionic, and hydrogen bonds. The presentation also presents how to count atoms...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Activity One -- Fundamentally Speaking

For Students 9th - 12th
In this science instructional activity, students examine how the universe is bound with the atomic particles and focus upon the findings of two historical scientists.
Website
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Dalton's Atomic Theory

For Students 9th - 10th
An article describing Dalton's atomic theory. Learn how this theory was the first attempt to describe a fundamental part of matter, atoms. Article also discusses where the theory is incorrect based on the knowledge we have today.
Website
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Dalton's Atomic Theory

For Students 9th - 10th
Article explores the key points of Dalton's atomic theory and the laws of conservation of mass and constant composition. Which points do we still use today?
Unit Plan
Georgia Department of Education

Ga Virtual Learning: Ap Chemistry: Atomic Theory

For Students 9th - 10th
In this module students explore how matter is classified, the history of atomic theory, subatomic particles, modern atomic theory, electron configuration, the periodic table and its trends, and spectroscopy.
Article
Other

Universe Today; What Is John Dalton's Atomic Model?

For Students 9th - 10th
Article explaining the legacy of John Dalton. His research into gases led to his gas laws and then his proposed atomic model. The flaws in his atomic theory are discussed also. (Jan. 20, 2016)
Handout
Frostburg State University

General Chemistry Online: History of Chemistry

For Students 9th - 10th
A compilation of frequently asked questions in the world of chemistry. Look for answers about atomic theory, periodic table, and Lavoisier in this FAQ.
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Modern Atomic Theory

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Rutherford's model of the atom was better than earlier models. But it wasn't the last word. Danish physicist Niels Bohr created a more accurate and useful model....
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Other

A Short History of the Atom

For Students 9th - 10th
A classroom wiki where students present profiles of scientists who developed models of the atom or who contributed to the understanding of atomic theory. Covers Democritus, Aristotle, John Dalton, J.J. Thomson, Ernest Rutherford, Marie...
Unit Plan
Other

Crocodile Clips: Absorb Chemistry: History of the Atom

For Students 9th - 10th
A tutorial that presents models of the atom proposed by John Dalton, J.J. Thomson, Ernest Rutherford, and Niels Bohr. Each is supported by an animated illustration. Includes comprehension questions and a quiz at the end.
Handout
Science Struck

Science Struck: James Chadwick's Atomic Theory and Its Lasting Impact

For Students 9th - 10th
Explains how James Chadwick came to develop his atomic theory by building upon the work of other scientists.
PPT
Tom Richey

Slide Share: Atomic Structure

For Students 9th - 10th
Slideshow looking at the history of models of the atom, including those proposed by John Dalton, J.J. Thomson, Ernest Rutherford, Niels Bohr, and James Chadwick. Discusses subatomic particles, including the numbers of protons, neutrons,...
PPT
Tom Richey

Slide Share: Atomic Models: Everything You Need to Know

For Students 8th
A detailed slideshow for Grade 8 students that looks at the history of our understanding of atoms. Looks at the ideas presented by Democritus, John Dalton, J.J. Thomson, Ernest Rutherford, and Niels Bohr, and the modern-day wave model. A...
Unit Plan
Vision Learning

Visionlearning: Atomic Theory and Structure: The Mole: Its History and Use

For Students 9th - 10th
An introduction to the mole, a unit of measurement that quantifies atoms and molecules.
PPT
Other

Slide Player: History of the Atomic Model

For Students 9th - 10th
Short slideshow looking at the history of models of the atom, including the contributions of Aristotle, Democritus, John Dalton, J.J. Thomson, Ernest Rutherford, and Niels Bohr.
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: The Bohr Model of the Atom

For Students 10th - 12th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Students will learn about the history of atomic theory, and the development of the Bohr model of the atom. Includes a simulation for exploring the Bohr Model.
PPT
Texas Education Agency

Texas Gateway: Atoms, Elements and the Periodic Table: The Atomic Model [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
A slideshow looking at the contributions of scientists over time to our understanding of atomic theory. Looks at models of the atom developed by Democritus, John Dalton, J.J. Thomson, Ernest Rutherford, Niels Bohr, and James Chadwick, as...
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Other

Cronodon: Atoms Models of the Atom

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents models of the atom developed by Thomson, Rutherford, Bohr, and Schrodinger. Includes successes and failures of each, illustrations, and detailed descriptions. Also discusses Dirac's model of the atom and introduces quantum...
Unit Plan
Frostburg State University

General Chemistry Online: Atoms & Ions

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the General Chemistry Online of the Frostburg State University provides a review of the history of atomic theory, the discovery of the electron, and the discovery of the nucleus. Details on weighing atoms, ion charges,...
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Modern Atomic Theory

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Rutherford's model of the atom was better than earlier models. But it wasn't the last word. Danish physicist Niels Bohr created a more accurate and useful model....
Handout
Other

Ancient Greek Philosophy: Democritus of Abdera

For Students 9th - 10th
A discussion of the theories of Democritus (c. 460-370 BC). He is best known as an atomist, having developed an atomic theory. Also discusses the ideas of other philosophers who are believed to have influenced Democritus.