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Magnificent Mendeleev: An Elemental Tale Unit PlanMagnificent Mendeleev: An Elemental Tale Unit Plan
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Columbus City Schools
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7th
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2013
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Magnificent Mendeleev: An Elemental Tale

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Discover how the periodic table tells the story of its elements. Learners begin by studying the makeup of several mixtures. Their analysis leads to a discussion of elements and the periodic table. As they dig deeper, they understand the significance of the placement of elements on the periodic table.

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Concepts

mixtures, elements, the periodic table, atoms

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Have your class build a wall-size periodic table using the elements they research

Classroom Considerations

  • Activities require specific materials and sufficient prep time
  • Individuals need laptops with Internet access for research

Pros

  • Provides ideas for differentiation to meet the needs of specific pupils
  • Includes all student handouts and answer keys

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  • None

Common Core

RST.6-8.1 RST.6-8.2 WHST.6-8.2.a WHST.6-8.2.b WHST.6-8.2.d

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