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Explaining Change Processes Using a Simple Particle Model of Matter Unit PlanExplaining Change Processes Using a Simple Particle Model of Matter Unit Plan
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6th - 8th
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Science
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14 days
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Year
2008
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Explaining Change Processes Using a Simple Particle Model of Matter

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The more things change, the more they stay the same. This unit includes seven lessons starting with physical change and moving through to chemical change. Conservation of matter is explained clearly with multiple hands-on activities and discussions.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

matter, particles, states of matter, elements, compounds, substances, chemical changes, phase changes

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Use a KWL chart before, during, and after implemnting the unit

Classroom Considerations

  • Lessons 1–4 are all on modeling physical change while lessons 6–7 are on chemical change; it may be best to break them up to correlate with the appropriate subject matter
  • Requires prior knowledge of the states of matter

Pros

  • Activities are completed using a hands-on circus or rotating center format
  • Addresses common misconceptions about substances and compounds

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RST.6-8.3

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