What has a thermometer earned that your pupils haven't? A degree! After reviewing the previous lessons about molecules and degrees, scholars observe how thermometers work before building their own. The module includes a activity sheet.

Concepts

thermometers, molecules

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Research the history of thermometers, including how they were originally designed and used
• With any extra time, collect all the thermometers, give class members a set temperature, and see who can mix the water closest to the given temperature

Classroom Considerations

• The second experiment uses rubbing alcohol; follow all safety procedures for storage, use, and disposal 
• The lesson builds on the previous installment in the series
• The third in a series of five related lessons

Pros

• A memorable, hands-on activity
• The materials include an answer key

Cons

• None

Common Core

RST.6-8.3 RST.6-8.4 RST.6-8.7 WHST.6-8.1.a WHST.6-8.1.b WHST.6-8.1.c WHST.6-8.1.d WHST.6-8.1.e