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Chemistry for Middle School
In this 8-week STEM academic science course, students will be introduced to the elements, physical reactions, chemical reactions, endothermic/exothermic reactions, the periodic table, solubility, the scientific method, and perform 5 experiments with household items. #academic
Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
My philosophy for this class is that science experiments enhance the concepts learned in Chemistry. As a result, learners have the option of participating in four experiments and one-hands on activity. Chemistry is a new concept for most. So, it’s best if introduced through experimentation with household items. But, even those students who are acquainted with Chemistry will better grasp the requirements of middle school Chemistry during this class. The experiments are actually fun for all...
8 lessons//8 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Meet the Atom, Subatomic Particles, and Periodic Table Trends.The basis of chemical reactionsWeek 2Lesson 2Mixtures, compounds, and common elements and their properties.Elements, their properties, and chemical symbols.Week 3Lesson 3Demonstrate covalent bonding through in-class modeling plus quiz.Modeling chemical compounds with a hands-on activity.Week 4Lesson 4Fun experiment on chemical and physical reactions.Experiment #1Week 5Lesson 5In depth-discussion on chemical and physical reactions plus an experiment.Experiment #2Week 6Lesson 6Endothermic and Exothermic reactions plus experimentation.Experiment #3Week 7Lesson 7We will play a fun Kahoot! quiz game to help review the material.Review of Chemistry materialWeek 8Lesson 8Solubility rules and Scientific Method with experimentation.Experiment #4
- To foster the love of Chemistry by building a solid foundation of chemical concepts and through experimentation.
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Homework
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2 files available upon enrollmentFor week 3, please bring toothpicks and gumdrops. We will do an experiment during week 4. Please bring the following to class: Materials needed for Experiment #1:(Week 4) A plastic sandwich bag A tissue (Ex. Kleenex tissue) Vinegar Baking soda Twist tie (Ex. A tie that you find on a loaf of bread) A pie pan or any container-this is needed to catch the potential leakage of liquid from bag We will also do an experiment during( week 5.) Bring two diapers, water, and a plate(container) to participate in this week's experiment. Sodium Polyacrylate can be substituted for the two diapers. In (week 6), we will conduct an endothermic and exothermic reaction experiment. For this experiment, each learner will need hydrogen peroxide, yeast, thermometer, baking soda, and vinegar if he or she wants to participate. Also, 2 containers will be needed to hold the liquids. This experiment is optional. I will explain the experiment fully in class next week. If you don't have a thermometer, don't buy one. I am more than sure that you can gage the temperature change by touch alone. In (week 7), please bring a second device so that you can play Kahoot! In (week 8), we will conduct a solubility experiment next week. The materials for this class will be detailed in the attachment which will be available upon enrollment.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Xavier University of Louisiana
I’m a native of New Orleans. I am also a joyful homeschool mother of one and a passionate teacher of Biology, Chemistry, and Nutrition. I not only delight in teaching these subjects well but also enjoy creating a fun and stimulating environment in...
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Group Class
$165
for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
50 min
Completed by 282 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
6-12 learners per class