Week 1 Science @ Home Program
Chemistry
Grades K to 4
An introduction to chemistry, molecules, and atoms, and how they interact with each other in reactions and in solutions using basic experiments. Learn about the differences between acids & bases. How we separate mixtures, states of matter as well as the use of colour in chemistry to indicate change.
Grades 5 to 8
Dive into a deeper understanding of chemistry using chemical and physical reactions with more complex ideas and concepts. Learn chemical indicators are used to detect pH levels in acids & bases. The difference between a chemical and physical reaction, heat and reaction rates as chemical separation techniques.
Grades 9 to 10
Students will learn balanced equations and the key concepts of higher level chemistry using previous knowledge. Acids are proton (H +) donors, while bases are proton acceptors. Oxidation & reduction, catalysts, covalent vs ionic bonding plus common chemical reaction and their equations will be covered.
Optional materials needed for hands-on activities
February 2
Bicarbonate soda, icing mixture & citric acid (found in herb & spice aisle of supermarket), 600mL soft drink bottle, vinegar, funnel, balloon, spoon, towels for spills
February 4
K – 4
Two white plates, full cream milk, 3 food colours (you can do this with 1 colour if needed), detergent, toothpick OR skewer OR cotton bud, skittles, cup of water, sugar, spoon, towels for spills
5 – 8 and 9 – 10 (hands on optional)
February 5
K – 4 and 5 – 8
2 x clear cups of water, vegetable oil, 1 type of food colour, effervescent tablet (such as alka seltzer or berocca), assorted water soluble coloured markers (textas), white paper towels, scissors, towels for spills
9 – 10 (hands on optional)
Tap water, salt, vinegar, clear fizzy drink, 4 clear cups, 4 steel nails (avoid galvanised), notebook/paper/device to record results
February 6 - trivia
We will be using Kahoot! Your child can participate by opening a new browser window and going to kahoot.it on the same device used to join the webinar, OR use a second device to play while simultaneously watching the webinar…whichever suits! You can help your child by opening the page before the workshop, and all they have to do later in the session is type in the game code.
Curriculum links
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