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Introduction to Chemistry Lapbook Submitted by JoAnn S.
GradeRange: 2rd-8th
Library List:
Chemistry Matters by Grolier
Chemical
Change: from Fireworks to Rust by Darlene Stille
Chemical and Change by Steve Parker
Acids
and Bases by Carol Baldwin
Chemistry
(DK Eyewitness Books) by Ann Newmark
Science Matters by Brian Knapp (volumes 3, 10, 15, 16, 21, 22)
The
Complete Book of Science grades 5-6
The
Usborne Internet-linked Science Encyclopedia by Judy Tatchell
Vocabulary: property, volume, mass, density, weight, space,
This worksheet
is also for vocabulary
Activities:
1. Timeline
2. The Atom
3. The Molecule
4. Play an online game
5. Chemical Bonds
6. The Elements
7. Making a Molecule
8. Observable Properties
9. The 3 States of Matter
10. Changing States of Matter
11. Physical and Chemical Changes
12. Acids and Bases
13. The 3 Types of Matter
14. Just for Fun
15. Vocabulary
Resources and Links to complete activities:
Read pages 10-29 in the Usborne Internet Linked Science Encyclopedia
The Complete Book of Science grade 5-6 pages 258-281
All about
atoms
Atoms
around us
What
is a molecule?
Molecular
Models
Interactive periodic
table
Types
of chemical bonding (younger would be able to understand with some
explaining)
Types
of forces and bonds
Types
of bonds (younger kids would be able to understand this one)
Basic
explanations on elements, matter, and atoms
Changing
the state of matter
Chemical
reactions
clip
art that you can use for your lapbook
More
clip art
Test
tube pictures
Chemistry
coloring page
Activity 1: Timeline
Create a timeline of chemistry milestones. Use an accordion fold to
attach it to your lapbook.
Timeline
for Matter and Molecules
Activity 2: The Atom
Using the diagram of an atom on page 258 of TCBOS as a guide
cut out 4 circles that size from different colors of card stock. On
the first circle print the word atom and a brief description of what
an atom is. On the second circle draw the 2 negative electrons just
like the diagram. Then explain what an electron is and why it orbits
the nucleus. Next on a 3rd circle draw the nucleus of an atom like in
the diagram and write about it. For the 4th circle draw the inside of
the protons and neutrons and write information about them. Then staple
them together at the top and glue into your lapbook.
Do pg. 258 of TCBOS
Activity 3: Molecules
Mirror
Molecules (make sure to click on the questions it the bottom corners)
There is an experiment for smell molecules to do. Use this orange
coloring page as a template for the book to record your science
experiment results. My plan is to print this out on colored paper and
then fold the paper in half. Then I will cut out the one orange half
that is complete making sure to leave the two sides attached at the
bottom. Then they can write the name of the experiment on the front
and flip it open to write the info inside.
Activity 4: Play an online game
Play
a molecule game
Activity 5: Chemical Bonds
Make 2 flip flap books each with 3 flaps. The first one will be for
the 3 major types of "strong" bonds. On the outside of the
flap write the bond name and then on the inside write a brief description
of the bond. They may want to include a drawing representation, this
would probably be best for younger kids. The second flap book will be
for the 3 major types of "weak" bonds. Then do the same thing
with this as the first one. When they glue it in the lapbook they should
write strong bond and weak bond above the right ones.
Activity 6: The Elements
Use these element
trading cards. For the younger kids I'll have them do the more popular
elements. The amount will depend on their age.
We'll use a pocket fold to store our element cards in.
I will also have them do page 259 and 260 in TCBOS.
Here is another worksheet
that the older children can do that is related to the periodic table.
Activity 7: Making a Molecule
The edible
atom or molecule
Activity 8: Observable Properties
This is the template
we are going to use. When you cut the shape out, cut all the way
down to the center shape making a slightly larger V. This way you will
be able to fold the flaps towards the center. I found folding the side
ones first and then the 2 bottom ones worked best. Of course you fold
the top one down over the rest.
On the top flap write Observable Properties of Matter. Then on each
flap write one of the observable properties. There are 7 properties
so some flaps will have writing on the inside part also. In the center
of the flower write the definition of a property.
Now get out 2 different kinds of cookies and ask the kids to use the
observable properties to tell them apart. Have them draw one cookie
on each remaining blank flap and write what kind it is by the picture.
They should use 2 different colored pencils one to represent each cookie.
Then on the property flaps have the kids write a word or two to describe
each cookie. Make sure to use the colored pencil that matches which
cookie they are talking about. Also you will want to make sure your
cookies are quite different from each other.
Do page 276-277 of TCBOS
Activity 9: The 3 States of Matter
Here is a simple
interactive explanation of how molecules behave in the different forms
of matter.
You will need 3 Ziploc bags, water with food coloring added, something
solid that will fit in the Ziploc bag, a cup, and paper towels. Fill
one bag with the colored water, one with the solids, and the third air.
Let the kids examine the bags. Then with the solid ask them if it takes
up space. Take it out of the bag ask them if it changes shape. Put it
in the cup ask if it changed shape to fit the cup. Have them hold it.
Then ask does it have weight? Ask them if you were to drop it on the
table would it pass through the table? Do it, and then ask them why
it didn't. They should respond because they are both solid.
Holding up the water bag ask them if it takes up space. Hand them the
bag and ask if it has weight. Does it have a shape? Now open the bag
and pour some of it into the cup. Did it change its shape to fit the
cup? Ask them what would happen if you poured some on the table. Pour
a little on the table and ask them what happened.
Holding up the bag of air ask them if it takes up space. Hand them the
bag and ask if it has weight. Not much but there is some. Ask them if
it has shape. Ask what would happen if you opened the bag. Open the
bag and let some out. Did it change shape? Where did it go?
Here is another demonstration to show that air takes up space. You will
need a funnel, a flask, clay, and water. Showing them the funnel, ask
what would happen if you poured water through it. Then have one of them
pour some water through it into the flask but holding the funnel above
the flask. Pour the water back out. Now take the funnel and sit it on
the flask. Put the clay around the area where the flask and funnel meet
making sure to seal it well. Ask them what they think will happen when
you pour the water into the funnel. Next pour the water into the funnel.
Don't pour too slowly or you'll give the air room to escape. The water
should stay in the funnel. Ask the kids why the water didn't run into
the flask. The reason is because air takes up space.
Also matter can not share space. To prove this theory, do the experiment
on page 265 of TCBOS gr. 5-6
You will need to cut out 3 of these circles.
I plan on using a different color of paper for each.
They will fold the circle in half and then in half again gluing just
the back forth to the lapbook. Each circle will be for a different state
of matter. On the front forth that is showing have them write the word
liquid. Inside they should write this. Liquid - takes up space, changes
shape to fit container, can pass through it, flow, and has weight. Solids
- takes up space, has a fixed shape, can't pass through it, has weight.
Gases - takes up space, changes shape to fill space, can pass through
it, invisible (usually), has weight.
Have them go through old magazines to find examples of each to glue
on the appropriate circle.
Do page 275 of TCBOS
Activity 10: Changing the States of Matter
Here is a series of activities for them to try. These will show them
how matter can change states.
Edible
glass - liquid to solid
Lose
some mass - liquid to gas
Here
are some experiments that use dry ice.
Here's one to make them scratch their heads as to what
form of matter it is.
Here's
another head scratcher.
Grocery
Store Matter: You could also take an ice cube explain that it's
a solid put it in a cup and let it melt. What state is it now? Now that
it is a liquid heat up a skillet and pour it into it. What's happening
now? It's changing to a gas.
Do page 270, 273, of TCBOS
Activity 11: Physical and Chemical Changes
Take a piece of paper cut it in half. Then take one half and fold it
in half. Open it up then take one end and fold it so the end meets the
center. Do the same with the other end. This will be your mini book.
On one tab write physical changes and then on the other write chemical
changes. Under the appropriate tab explain what each is.
Chemical
and physical changes
Here are several experiments
to try. You can use these to help reinforce the idea behind chemical
and physical changes. They only require simple household items. It also
comes with a worksheet for the kids to record their finding on. They
could fold into fours and attach it that way or you could make an envelope
to put worksheets in.
Here are a few more experiments
for physical and chemical changes.
And if these weren't enough here are a few more experiments.
This is a really cool experiment for physical
change. It must be done outside with lots of adult supervision.
Or you could just watch
them do it.
Do page 274,279-281 of TCBOS
Activity 12: Acids and Bases
Chemicals can be grouped according to their qualities. There are 2 groups'
acids and bases.
With the other half of the paper from above, make another mini book.
On this one write acid and bases and explain each.
Now do the experiment on page 263 of TCBOS.
Check things to see if they are acid
or base
Here is an idea to do with the acid
chemicals.
Here is a form
to record your results on. Across the top write solution/color/acid,base,neutral.
Then write the information in the appropriate areas. Then they can cut
it out fold it in thirds and glue it into their lapbook. On the front
write Acid/Base Experiments.
Activity 13: The 3 Types of Matter
What are the 3 types of matter? Element, compound, mixture
I'm going to use this template
for this activity. I will enlarge it some.
Matter has mass and takes up space should be written on the front. Then
on the inside of each flap the kids will write one type of matter and
explain what it is. They could give some examples of each or find a
picture to illustrate each kind.
There is an experiment
at the bottom for a mixture
Here is a tasty mixture experiment.
Materials: blender
Vanilla ice cream
Milk
Bananas, strawberries
Knife
Large spoon
Cups
Fill the blender half full with ice cream. Dice the fruit up and add
it to the blender. Pour in the milk and fill to about 2 inches from
the top. Now you just blend it up and pour it into the cups.
This is a mixture because each ingredient still keeps it same chemical
properties.
Do page 268-269 of TCBOS
Do page 271 of TCBOS
Activity 14: Just for Fun
You can find loads of experiments
to have fun with at this site.
You can use this book
to hold the info on all your experiments.
Activity 15: Vocabulary
Use a flip flap book to attach your vocabulary to your lapbook.
Chemistry Notebooking
Atoms
Chemical Reaction
Elements
pH Scale
States of Matter
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