Week 1
Lesson 1
The Atom - Subatomic Particles (Proton, Neutron, and Electron)
We will start with the basic building block of matter, an atom!  We use different atom models, identify subatomic particles and their charges, and understand how to draw or model atoms of specific elements. 
 Week 2
Lesson 2
Atoms, Elements, and Molecules 
We will discuss chemical versus physical combinations, pure substances, how elements combine to make new substances (molecules), and the basics of bonding (covalent and ionic bonding).
 Week 3
Lesson 3
Reading the Periodic Table of Elements
We will discuss basic vocabulary associated with the periodic table of elements, such as atomic number, atomic mass, and chemical symbol. 

We will also practice calculating the number of protons and neutrons in a specific element and then discussing groups and trends in the periodic table. 
 Week 4
Lesson 4
Density and Other Physical Properties - How to Identify an Unknown Substance
We will practice identifying elements using their physical and chemical properties, such as density. We will spend more time on density, what it is, calculate it, and use it to identify elements and compounds. 
 Week 5
Lesson 5
The Law of Conservation of Mass and Balancing Equations (Basic)
We will discuss chemical equations, the law of conservation of mass, and balance simple equations. Your student may want a manipulative such as candy (Skittles, M&M's, or multicolor candy) or beads for this activity. 
 Week 6
Lesson 6
Lewis Electron Dot Diagrams
We will use our knowledge of the outermost energy level (valence shell) to create Lewis Electron Dot Diagrams!  This shorthand model is used to show ionic and covalent bonding. It emphasizes the attraction between valence electrons in bonding.
 Week 7
Lesson 7
The Unique Properties of Water
We will explore the polar nature of water. Water is a neutral molecule with slight charges due to its oxygen and hydrogen arrangement. This gives water some fascinating and unique properties that we will explore together in this lesson.
 Week 8
Lesson 8
Dissolving – Solids, Liquids, and Gases
We will investigate how different types of liquids dissolve specific kinds of molecules. We will examine how and why water, oil, and alcohol dissolve differently. Students will have the opportunity to watch demos and explore these properties on their own at home.
 Week 9
Lesson 9
Chemical Reaction Review
We will review a chemical reaction and chemical equations. We will look at controlling the number of products. We will analyze the reaction of baking soda and vinegar with differing amounts of reactants.
 Week 10
Lesson 10
Exothermic and Endothermic Chemical Interactions
We will discuss how the interactions between atoms, ions, and molecules can take in or release heat when they come together. Students will learn molecular reasoning for absorbing or releasing energy. They can predict whether a reaction will be endothermic or exothermic.
 Week 11
Lesson 11
Acid-Base Reactions
We will explore acids and bases. We will learn what makes a solution more acidic or basic and the properties of acids and bases. We will use this information to discuss neutralizing acids and bases and their real-world applications.