Curated OER
Acids and Bases
In this acids and bases worksheet, students are given a list of characteristics of either acids, bases or both acids and bases. They use the terms to complete a Venn diagram about acids and bases.
Creative Chemistry
Hazard Symbols
In this hazard symbols worksheet, students are given six symbols commonly used in the lab to indicate hazardous materials, agents, and situations. Students look for each symbol around the classroom, on worksheets, and in textbooks.
Creative Chemistry
Using Hazard Symbols
In this hazard symbols activity, students identify the meanings of different hazard symbols and then match the symbols that would be found on specific chemicals.
National Institutes of Health
National Institutes of Health: Household Products Database
Everything you ever wanted to know about every household product available, from battery disposal to detergent and glue.
Other
Household Hazardous Waste
This site contains great information about a number of household hazardous wastes and suggested methods of disposal.
Other
Safe Kids: Stop! Read the Symbols and Labels
This document shows common warning signs that children may see on labels and signs. Use these pictures, along with the tips at the end, to teach label safety to your students.
Curated OER
Science Kids: Science Images: Corrosive
This hazardous materials sign clearly warns those in the area that there are corrosive substances nearby that could inflict serious injuries. The graphic shows the corrosive material not only burning a hand but also going through other...