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Water
Students conduct a series of investigations on the unique properties of water. For this general science lesson, students explain what causes water's surface tension. They explain the different stages in the water cycle.
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The Influence of Carbon Dioxide on the Chemistry of Soda
Students investigate the carbon dioxide content of different sodas. In this chemistry activity, students explain why PET containers are preferable than HDPE for soda bottles. They collect data and graph them.
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Greenhouse Gases: The Chemistry Behind the Culprits
Ninth graders investigate the effect of different gases in the atmosphere. In this chemistry lesson, 9th graders explain how these gases contribute to global warming. They suggest possible solutions to this growing problem.
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Water
Students create a water filter according to given criteria. I this chemistry lesson, students evaluate the importance of water in their lives. They develop a book or brochure on the water treatment process.
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A Very Simple Conductivity Meter
Students investigate the hardness of different water samples using the conductivity meter. In this chemistry lesson, students build their own meter following specific procedures. They identify an unknown sample of water.
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Quantitative Determination of the Composition of Water-based Paints and the Correlation of Paint Properties to Pain Composition
High schoolers perform a series of tests on water-based paints. In this chemistry lesson, students identify their different functions. They calculate paint density and fractional concentrations.
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Edible Transformations
Students differentiate the different phases of matter. In this chemistry lesson, students conduct several hands-on exercises to discover how matter transforms when mixed together. They identify the different stages in the water cycle.
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Basic Vitamins: Water-Soluble and Fat-Soluble
An incredibly thorough lesson on vitamins, and how to keep one's body at peak health. Learners access a variety of excellent worksheets embedded in the plan that have them consider raw vs. cooked foods, a vegetable nutrition summary,...
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Where Did the Water Go? An Investigation in Scientific Methods
Students hypothesize what happened to the missing water. In this chemistry lesson, students test their hypothesis by designing an experiment. They record observations and report findings to class.
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Water Quality
Students play the role of scientists testing for water quality in the area. In this ecology instructional activity, students determine the water sample's pH, temperature, dissolved oxygen and turbidity. They write a journal reflection...
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Ice Cream in a Bag
Here is a good version of this classic chemistry activity. Learners are given a simple recipe for how to make home-made ice cream by putting all of the ingredients into a ziploc bag. Before doing the activity, I would recommend having a...
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Electrolysis
Students conduct a series of experiments on water electrolysis. In this chemistry lesson plan, students explain what happens to the molecules during the process. They cite real world applications of electrolysis.
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Disposable Diaper Comparison and Mystery Powder Identification
Students investigate which diaper is the most absorbent. In this chemistry instructional activity, students calculate how much water is absorbed by diapers. They identify an unknown powder based on physical and chemical properties.
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Emulsions
Learners identify the characteristics and composition of emulsions. In this chemistry lesson, students classify household products according to emulsion type. They explain how to make the best emulsion.
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Rusting-A Form of Oxidation
Learners conduct an experiment to observe oxidation. In this chemistry lesson, students explain how rusting happens. They rank metals according to their conductivity.
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The Nature of Chemical Change: Acting Out an Example
Students identify the signs that a chemical reaction took place. In this chemistry lesson plan, students role play the movement of different molecules of matter. They classify matter according to their properties.
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The Chemistry of Life
Students study atoms and chemical compounds. They identify certain elements essential to human health, describe physical and chemical properties of water, and name four types of polymers unique to all life forms. They explain how each...
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Water: Friend and Foe
Students brainstorm ways to prevent fires from home. In this technology lesson, students create fire-safety posters for their school. They research the internet and explore other resources to get information for the poster.
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Take the Lead — Get the Lead Out
Students research about the physiological effects of prolonged lead exposure. In this chemistry lesson, students investigate the lead content of different paint, soil and water samples. They analyze data trends and share their findings...
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Nonmetals
Learners research about the chemical processes involved in cave formation. In this chemistry activity, students draw or find a cave picture with stalagmites and stalactites online. They write a brief caption and share them with the class.
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A Plop and Fizz
Seventh graders perform an experiment to determine the effect of temperature on reaction rates. In this chemistry lesson, 7th graders take measurements and record data. They create a graph and analyze results.
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Creating a Pond Habitat
Students create a pond habitat inside and outside their classroom. In this pond lesson plan, students create a habitat with animals, water, and plants in order to create a proper pond habitat.
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Halogens
Learners identify the elements that belong to the halogen family on the periodic table. For this chemistry lesson, students describe the common characteristics of elements in this group. They research about hydrochloric acid's effect on...
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Catalase and Catalysis
Students explore enzyme catalysis through a series of experiments. In this chemistry activity, students determine the factors affecting catalysis. They explain the different uses of this process.
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