Interactive

Sub-Atomic Particles (14-16)

Curated and Reviewed by Lesson Planet

In 1897, J.J. Thomson discovered the electron, the first subatomic particle proven to exist. Scholars review their understanding of electrons, protons, and neutrons as they work through the puzzles. Each puzzle connects two or three properties associated with subatomic particles.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Challenge scholars to complete the puzzles as quickly as possible using the online timed version
  • If Internet access isn't an option, use the printed worksheet version
Classroom Considerations
  • Best fits as a review of previous material, even as a quick review of material learned in prior years
Pros
  • Online version includes up to three hints
  • Includes an answer key for the printed version
Cons
  • None