Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Pop Rock Chemistry

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this pop rock chemistry worksheet, middle schoolers suck on pop rocks, they mix open pop rocks with water and they observe them on a paper towel with water. Students write down as many observations as they can and they write down as...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Molar Ratio

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students conduct an experiment in which they react sodium bicarbonate with hydrochloric acid to determine the molar ration between the two reactants. Students must write correct formula and a balanced chemical equation and explain how...
Lesson Plan
American Chemical Society

American Chemical Society: Development of Baking Powder

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The invention of baking powder had a huge impact on bakers' ability to produce and distribute bread to large numbers of people. The history of this lowly ingredient is presented, along with a chemistry lesson plan for secondary students.
Activity
Other

Women in Mining: Toothpaste With a Twist [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this activity, students work in groups to create their own toothpaste in order to learn about the rocks and minerals it contains. Includes discussion questions and extension activities.
Activity
Museum of Science

Museum of Science and Industry: Online Science: Create Gas

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Follow these simple, step-by-step instructions to create and observe the results of the chemical reaction between vinegar and baking soda.
Graphic
American Chemical Society

Middle School Chemistry: Forming a Precipitate

For Students 9th - 10th
This diagram illustrates a chemical reaction forming a precipitate.
Handout
Science Struck

Science Struck: Washing Soda vs. Baking Soda: Definitive Comparison

For Students 9th - 10th
This article explains the chemical composition of washing soda and of baking soda and how each is used.
Handout
Science Struck

Science Struck: Baking Soda: Chemical Formula, Preparation, and Uses

For Students 9th - 10th
Baking soda has a variety of uses, including for household cleaning and for baking. Read about its chemical formula and its common reactions.