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Atomic Theory

For Teachers 7th - 12th
An extremely thorough presentation walks new chemists through the basics of matter. There really isn't a unifying theme, however So many topics are covered: forces, elements, atomic structure, chemical properties, compounds, quarks,...
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Atomic Structure and Periodic Table Review

For Students 9th - 12th
In this atomic structure and periodic table worksheet, students complete a table with isotopes, their atomic masses, the number of protons, neutrons and electrons and mass number. They also find the average atomic mass of atoms and...
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Chemistry 1A Review

For Students 10th - Higher Ed
For this Chemistry 1A worksheet, learners review, molecular weight, solubility, endothermic reactions, and number of protons, neutrons, and electrons for elements. Students review Lewis Structures and how to predict the amount of product...
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The Chemistry of Life

For Teachers 8th - 12th
After studying the different aspects of atoms and their reactivity, pupils will find this summary PowerPoint useful for review. Some of the slides are informative with labeled diagrams; others give important vocabulary. Teachers may want...
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Static!

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders explore static electricity. They listen to and discuss the book, 'All About Electricity,' participate in two experiments, and design and present a static electricity demonstration.
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Structure of the Atom

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Learners practice drawing the atomic structure of several different elements. They complete critical thinking questions about atomic structure and compare the atomic mass units for different ions and isotopes of an element.
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A Hair Raising Experience

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders conduct an investigation using glass, metal ,fur, latex balloon, plastic bag and hair to generate static electricity of varying amounts. They predict, observe, make comparisons, and draw conclusions about static electricity...
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Understanding Oxidation Numbers

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students review atomic numbers, positive and negative charges, and the periodic table. They examine the relationships among protons and electrons, location of various elements, electron energy levels, and oxidation numbers.
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GED Chemistry Vocab Word Search

For Students 10th - 11th
In this chemistry worksheet, learners locate and identify various vocabulary terms related to chemistry. There are 18 words/phrases located in the puzzle.
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Applied Science - Physics Lab

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students explore electricity. In this Physics lesson, students investigate the origin of static electricity. Students compare static electricity to current electricity.
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Static Electricity

For Students 7th - 9th
In this static electricity worksheet, students experiment with balloons, plastic bags and flannel clothes to observe attraction and repulsion of objects. Students complete three data tables indicating the charge on the objects and if...
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Final Worksheet

For Students 9th - 12th
Students will review a semesters worth of material on this final chemistry review. Information ranges from naming isotopes to pH and molarity.
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Periodic Table & Its Trends

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
Students review atomic structure and then participate in a activity in which they categorize several "elements" into some form of order based on their properties. They discuss the trends they see. They also practice several electron...
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Periodic Table & Its Trends-Day 1

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Learners are introduced to the periodic table. They find the common trends among the electron configurations and the names of certain groups of the table. Students explore the atomic mass, atomic number, mass number, mass and charge...
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The Physical Setting

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Learners study atoms and their protons and neutrons.  For this physical setting lesson students work together to complete a lab activity. 
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A Guided Tour of the Periodic Table

For Students 9th - 12th
In this periodic table worksheet, students write the chemical symbols for the given elements, compare atomic number and mass number, and describe the importance of valence electrons in the organization of the periodic table. This...
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Isotopes

For Students 10th - 12th
In this isotopes instructional activity, students review mass number, molecular notation, electron attraction, and electron orbits. This instructional activity has 5 matching and 5 short answer questions.
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Elements

For Students Higher Ed
In this elements activity, students give the symbol for given elements. Students determine the number of protons, electrons, and neutrons for atoms. This activity has 9 fill in the blank and 5 problems to solve.
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Ions

For Students 10th - 11th
In this ion structure worksheet, students complete a table for ions using the notations provided. They must identify and complete the atomic number, mass number, number of protons, number of neutrons, and the number of electrons for each...
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Review for Chemistry

For Students 8th - 11th
For this review for chemistry worksheet, students decide if given statements are true or false. Students relate information learned about introductory knowledge gained in chemistry to accurately answer the given questions.
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The Average Atom - Isotopes

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders, in groups, complete an Isotopes model and notice that atomic masses are decimal numbers. These masses are an average of all the isotopes of that element.
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Chemistry E3 Lesson Plan

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders perform a series of experiment to investigate heat transfer and phase changes. For this physical science lesson, 9th graders identify and calculate the different subatomic particles. They explain the importance of...
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Theoretical Quantum Physics... For Kids!

For Teachers 4th - 9th
Students explore quantum physics by participating in several class activities. In this space-time lesson, students discuss the concepts of time traveling and the anatomy of an atom. Students draw geometric figures and utilize string to...
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Are You Charged?

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders study the charges on ions and familiarize themselves with a quick way to remember charges based on location of elements on the periodic table. They complete a worksheet and share their answers with the class.