This lab station activity will give students hands-on practice reading lab equipment. Students will visit six different stations: burettes, graduated cylinders, beakers, thermometers, digital balance, and rulers. They will use station equipment cards to complete notes and using an observant approach students will learn to accurately measure the volume of liquids, the mass of solids, the length of objects, or the temperature of a substance. Results will be recorded in a data table to the correct number of significant figures. This active learning approach will help students apply their knowledge and understanding of significant figures and precision in measurements. This activity can be combined with my other products on Significant Figures and Lab Equipment:

Atomic Structure: Atom or Ion? Practice Makes Progress Worksheet: This worksheet is designed to help students grasp the fundamental concepts of atomic structure, focusing on atoms and ions. Featuring a selection of elements from atomic numbers 2 to 18, this straightforward worksheet presents essential information such as element names, atomic numbers, ion charges, number of protons, number of electrons, and whether the element is an atom or anion. With clear, concise formatting, this resource serves as an effective tool for reinforcing students’ understanding of atoms and ions in chemistry. Perfect for in-class assignments, homework, or review sessions, this worksheet provides a practical way to assess and reinforce students’ comprehension of atomic structure. Teacher Answer Key Included

Introduce your students to the fundamentals of experimental design with this Identifying Variables Worksheet. This straightforward resource contains 10 lab scenarios, guiding students to identify the independent and dependent variables, along with what needs to be kept constant. Tailored for beginners, this worksheet is an ideal tool for introducing the concept of variables in scientific experiments. Whether used independently or as part of a larger lesson, this worksheet will help students develop a solid understanding of experimental design principles Ideas for Classroom Use: Introduction to Variables: Use the worksheet as a starting point to introduce students to the concepts of independent and dependent variables. Guide them through the scenarios, discussing each variable’s role in the experiments. Guided Practice: Facilitate a classroom discussion where students work through the scenarios together. Provide guidance and support as they identify the variables and discuss why certain factors need to be kept constant. Independent Practice: Assign the worksheet as homework or an in-class activity for students to complete independently. This allows them to apply what they’ve learned and reinforce their understanding of experimental design principles. Formative Assessment: Use the completed worksheets to gauge students’ comprehension of variables and experimental design. Review their responses to identify any areas where additional instruction or clarification may be needed. Extension Activities: Encourage students to create their own lab scenarios or design experiments based on the principles learned from the worksheet. This promotes critical thinking and creativity while further reinforcing their understanding of variables.

Bring the Properties of Matter to life for KS3 Science students. Perfect for teaching the essential properties of materials, this resource helps students master concepts like hardness, solubility, conductivity, magnetism, ductility, malleability, boiling and melting points, viscosity, mass, size, shape, colour, odour, transparency, lustre, phase, density, texture, and volume. It’s designed to suit a range of learning styles and teaching approaches, making it ideal for independent practice, group work, or station rotations. What’s Included: -32 Pages of material -20 full-colour posters for each physical property which students can use to complete their interactive notes templates. -Differentiated worksheets for defining, describing, and drawing each property, supporting diverse learners. -A cut-and-paste activity to reinforce knowledge by matching images with the correct physical properties. -Student notes templates that integrate with the posters, making this resource perfect for interactive stations. -Practice questions crafted to solidify understanding, helping students achieve curriculum objectives.

This four-page resource is a set of items to support the learning of significant figures related to making measurements and reading scales on lab apparatus and equipment, (rulers, graduated cylinders, etc.) for use in chemistry or measurement classes. I like to teach the students how to work out the value of a division on a scale and then read scales to the correct number of significant figures. The notes can be used as an introduction or review of making measurements. The student templates provide a guide for teachers and students to work through in class. Once the notes have been completed, students can then complete the two pages of practice problems. Use this resource before a lab activity, as an introduction to making measurements and significant figures, or as a review.

Help students remember the names of all the things they need for their science experiments by playing this Science Lab Equipment Memory game. Students take turns matching lab equipment cards to their names. This game will help your students build thinking skills, concentration, and attention. -Play the game in pairs, small groups, or individually. -There are 66 cards in total, (33 pictures of lab equipment and 33 names to match).

Students who understand the rules for significant figures can avoid mistakes when measuring and calculating in a laboratory. This engaging resource helps students learn the rules for determining the appropriate number of significant figures in a number. A practice worksheet and answers is also included.

Use this hands-on activity to supplement your unit on ionic compounds. Students will mix a variety of ionic solutions to produce colorful precipitates. After writing down their observations, students work to determine the name and formula of the precipitate formed. This engaging activity provides learners with a creative and fun way to practice writing formulae and naming ionic compounds. Q: What happens if I do not have all/some of the ionic solutions used in your activity? A: If you don’t have all of the ionic solutions included in this resource, there is a blank template for you to fill out with your own solutions.

This Ionic Compounds Bingo activity offers an interactive and engaging way for students to review their knowledge of ionic compounds. With 10 unique versions of the bingo sheet containing the names of various ionic compounds and another 10 unique versions reviewing their chemical formulas, students can participate in multiple game variations, including traditional bingo, progressive bingo, team bingo, and enhanced bingo. This resource provides straightforward instructions for teachers to implement the activity in their chemistry classrooms, promoting active learning and reinforcement of key concepts. This activity encourages student participation and collaboration while facilitating a meaningful review of ionic compounds. Key Points Interactive Review: Engages students in reviewing ionic compounds through interactive bingo games. Multiple Game Variations: Offers various bingo game modes, including traditional, progressive, team, and enhanced bingo, to cater to different learning preferences. Comprehensive Coverage: Includes both compound names and chemical formulas, ensuring a thorough review of ionic compounds. Easy Implementation: Provides straightforward instructions for teachers to seamlessly integrate the activity into their chemistry classrooms. Promotes Active Learning: Encourages student participation and collaboration, fostering active learning and reinforcing key concepts. Meaningful Review: Facilitates a meaningful review of ionic compounds, helping students solidify their understanding of the material. Color-coded sheets for easy distribution Also available in my store: Covalent Compounds Bingo

This Covalent Formula & Covalent Naming Bingo activity offers an interactive and engaging way for students to review their knowledge of covalent compounds. With 10 unique versions of the bingo sheet containing the names of various covalent compounds and another 10 unique versions reviewing their chemical formulas, students can participate in multiple game variations, including traditional bingo, progressive bingo, team bingo, and enhanced bingo. This resource provides straightforward instructions for teachers to implement the activity in their chemistry classrooms, promoting active learning and reinforcement of key concepts. This activity encourages student participation and collaboration while facilitating a meaningful review of covalent compounds. Key Points Interactive Review: Engages students in reviewing ionic compounds through interactive bingo games. Multiple Game Variations: Offers various bingo game modes, including traditional, progressive, team, and enhanced bingo, to cater to different learning preferences. Comprehensive Coverage: Includes both compound names and chemical formulas, ensuring a thorough review of ionic compounds. Easy Implementation: Provides straightforward instructions for teachers to seamlessly integrate the activity into their chemistry classrooms. Promotes Active Learning: Encourages student participation and collaboration, fostering active learning and reinforcing key concepts. Meaningful Review: Facilitates a meaningful review of ionic compounds, helping students solidify their understanding of the material. Also available in my store: Ionic Compounds Bingo

This multi-page resource applies the scientific method to investigate the effects of temperature, surface area, stirring, and pH on the rate of Alka-Seltzer tablet dissolution across four engaging experiments. Students will formulate hypotheses, identify variables (independent, dependent, and control), list materials, outline procedures, record data, and analyze results using graphing techniques. With guiding questions and a full, detailed teacher key included, grading is made easy based on a proficiency scale, (BC Proficiency Scale). Phrases for assessment are provided to assist teachers in evaluating student work. Perfect for reinforcing scientific inquiry skills, the Scientific Method, and promoting critical thinking in the classroom. Lab 1. Investigates the effects of temperature Lab 2. Explores the impact of surface area Lab 3. Examines the influence of stirring Lab 4. Considers the effect of pH Key Points: Comprehensive exploration of the Scientific Method. Investigate multiple variables affecting Alka-Seltzer tablet dissolution. Engages students in hypothesis formulation and experimental design. Facilitates data analysis and graphing skills development. Provides you with a detailed key and a grading rubric with assessment phrases, (helpful for writing report cards!) Promotes critical thinking and scientific inquiry. Encourages hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences. Fosters collaborative learning through group experimentation. Classroom Use Checklist: Introduce lab as a hands-on investigation of chemical reactions. Guide students in formulating hypotheses and identifying variables. Demonstrate proper lab techniques and safety procedures. Monitor student progress and assist as needed. Use guiding questions to facilitate data analysis and interpretation. Encourage students to graph their results and draw conclusions. Use the provided teacher key and rubric for grading and feedback. Bonus Product Included! Co-operative Lab Work Student & Teacher Assessment Rubric Cooperative Lab Work Rubric for Students: This rubric enables students to self-assess their performance in cooperative lab settings. It assesses key aspects such as following instructions, staying organized, being a good lab partner, adhering to lab procedures, and cleaning up. Students can use this tool to reflect on their collaborative skills and take ownership of their learning experiences in the lab. Page 2: Cooperative Lab Work Rubric for Teacher Assessment: This rubric is designed to help teachers evaluate students’ performance in cooperative lab environments. It assesses students on their ability to follow instructions, maintain organization, collaborate effectively with peers, adhere to lab procedures, and complete cleanup tasks. By using this rubric, teachers can provide targeted feedback to students and identify areas for improvement in their cooperative work during lab activities.

Help your students master naming and writing formulae for Ionic and Covalent Compounds. This bundle of 8 products, (plus a bonus file), contains the following: Chemistry Task Cards Naming Ionic Compounds 400 Cards, (40 questions) Chemistry Task Cards Naming Covalent Compounds 400 Cards, (40 questions) Word search puzzle for Naming Binary Ionic Compounds (12 questions) Word search puzzle for Naming Polyatomic Compounds (12 questions) Word search puzzle for Naming Covalent Compounds Lab: Mixing Ionic Solutions 4 Bingo Games for Ionic and Covalent naming and writing formulas, 40 unique Bingo Sheets BONUS product: Post-Test Reflection Use this product bundle to target the diverse needs of your students! Details: Product 1: Naming Ionic Compounds Taskcards/Flashcards Enhance your ionic compound naming review with 40 questions covering binary ionic compounds, multivalent metals, polyatomics, and hydrates. Split your class into groups or use them individually for a dynamic review session. Included answer keys for easy assessment. Product 2:Naming Covalent Compounds Taskcards/Flashcards Revitalize your covalent compound naming review with 40 comprehensive questions. Ideal for group activities or individual practice. Answer keys are included for quick assessment. Products 3, 4, and 5: Three Word Searches, (Naming Ionic Compounds, Naming Ionic Compounds with Polyatomic Ions, Naming Covalent Compounds) Interactive 2-step word search activities to master naming compounds. Students use chemical formulas to name compounds and search for them. Assign for class or homework, with color-coded answer keys provided. Product 6: Lab, Mixing Ionic Solutions Hands-on activity for ionic compounds unit. Students mix ionic solutions to produce precipitates, then analyze and name compounds formed. This lab is a class favorite! Customizable template included. Products 7 and 8:Ionic Compounds Bingo, Covalent Compounds Bingo Bingo activity covering compound names and chemical formulas for ionic and covalent compounds. Four ways to play for active review. Perfect for reinforcing key concepts. 40 unique Bingo Sheets BONUS FILE: Post-Test Reflection Reflection is an important and necessary part of the learning process, as it can help you discover what you do well, and also areas for improvement. Reflecting on successes and failures can help students improve in the future. I ask students to complete this Post Test Reflection after each chapter test/unit test/midterm. It provides students with an opportunity to identify solutions and strategies for their learning improvement. I attach a copy of the form to their assessment and find it useful as a reference when conducting parent-teacher conferences.

Product 1: The Scientific Method Guided Notes These guided notes for The Scientific Method provide a step-by-step framework for students to understand and apply the scientific method. The notes are designed to be used as a teaching aid and are perfect for use in both classroom and homeschool settings. Each step in the scientific method is explained clearly and concisely, using easy-to-understand language that students can relate to. With this resource, you can be confident that your students will be well-prepared to tackle any scientific investigation they encounter. Product 2: Identifying Variables Introduce your students to the fundamentals of experimental design with this Identifying Variables Worksheet. This straightforward resource contains 10 lab scenarios, guiding students to identify the independent and dependent variables, along with what needs to be kept constant. Tailored for beginners, this worksheet is an ideal tool for introducing the concept of variables in scientific experiments. Whether used independently or as part of a larger lesson, this worksheet will help students develop a solid understanding of experimental design principles Product 3: Alka-Seltzer Tablet Dissolving: Exploring Factors for Faster Fizzing - A Multi-Lab Scientific Inquiry This multi-page resource applies the scientific method to investigate the effects of temperature, surface area, stirring, and pH on the rate of Alka-Seltzer tablet dissolution across four engaging experiments. Students will formulate hypotheses, identify variables (independent, dependent, and control), list materials, outline procedures, record data, and analyze results using graphing techniques. With guiding questions and a full teacher key included, grading is made easy based on a proficiency scale. Phrases for assessment are provided to assist teachers in evaluating student work. Perfect for reinforcing scientific inquiry skills, the Scientific Method, and promoting critical thinking in the classroom. Lab 1. Investigates the effects of temperature Lab 2. Explores the impact of surface area Lab 3. Examines the influence of stirring Lab 4. Considers the effect of pH Product 4: The Scientific Method Word Search Worksheet, Vocabulary, Key Words Review Engage your students with our Scientific Method Wordsearch Worksheet! This straightforward activity challenges students to find 12 hidden words related to the scientific method. Perfect for reinforcing vocabulary and promoting active learning, this resource is ideal for science classrooms of all levels. With clear instructions and a focus on key scientific concepts, this word search offers a fun and educational way to review the scientific method. Use it as a warm-up activity, homework assignment, or as part of a lesson on scientific inquiry. Download now and add some excitement to your science curriculum! Check out my store for other related products on the scientific method.

Make reviewing science lab equipment fun and interactive with this Science Lab Equipment Maze Activity! Perfect for middle and high school science classrooms, this resource challenges students to navigate their way through three mazes by coloring in the correct pathway from start to finish. Each maze features essential lab tools, helping students reinforce their understanding of science equipment in an engaging way. Whether used as a classroom activity, homework, or a fun review before a lab, this versatile resource is sure to keep students on task and learning. Key Features: 3 Lab Equipment Mazes: Each maze includes a variety of lab apparatus and equipment essential for a successful science classroom. Engaging Activity: Students will enjoy navigating through the mazes while reinforcing their understanding of lab equipment. Classroom-Ready: Easy to implement as a review, early finisher activity, or pre-lab exercise. Differentiated Learning: Works well for individual practice or in small groups to promote collaboration. Answer Key Included: To make checking student work quick and easy. How Teachers Can Use It: As a review activity for science lab equipment before or after a lab. As a fun, low-prep activity to reinforce students’ understanding of key lab tools. For early finishers or as part of a science center. As a homework assignment or extra practice to boost confidence in lab settings.

A Mad Scientist’s Halloween! Get ready for a frightfully fun learning experience with these 4 Halloween-themed science lab coloring pages! Perfect for middle and high school students, these engaging pages combine the excitement of Halloween with elements of science, making it an ideal seasonal addition to your classroom. Featuring a mad scientist’s labs filled with bubbling test tubes, spooky skeletons, ghosts, pumpkins, potions, cauldrons, and creepy critters, and more, this set of 4 coloring pages is a creative way to introduce or review lab equipment with a twist. What’s Included: Four detailed, Halloween science lab scenes, ready for students to add their own creative touch with colors! Science-themed Halloween elements, including a microscope, test tubes, bubbling cauldron, skeleton in a lab coat, round bottomed flask, atom model, and Halloween icons like pumpkins and bats and more Great for: Fun class activities or early finisher work A seasonal science warm-up or cool-down exercise Encouraging creativity while reinforcing science lab concepts Bring the Halloween spirit into your classroom and let students have a blast in a spooky, festive way!

This simple, easy-to-use activity helps students learn the basic definitions of each step in the scientific method! Students will match terms like observation, hypothesis, and experiment with their straightforward definitions. Perfect for cut-and-paste or as a reusable matching game when laminated, this activity is ideal for introducing or reviewing the fundamental steps of the scientific method in a fun, hands-on way.

Engage your students in the fascinating world of atomic structure with this ‘Bohr Bead Models’ activity. This resource provides a hands-on approach to learning about atoms and ions, using colored beads conveniently organized in labeled ziplock baggies to construct Bohr models. Each baggy is designated with a specific atom or ion, and the corresponding numbers of colored beads needed for each model are provided in an easy-to-follow table, simplifying thesetup for teachers. This activity is a definite fan favorite with my students! It is perfect for both individual and group work, making it adaptable to various classroom settings. With clear instructions and materials provided, teachers can effortlessly set up stations for students to rotate through, promoting active learning and collaboration. By constructing their own Bohr models, students gain a deeper understanding of atomic structure, including the arrangement of protons, electrons, and neutrons. This activity also reinforces key concepts such as atomic number, mass number, and the difference between atoms and ions. With ‘Bohr Bead Models’, teaching atomic structure has never been more engaging and effective. Key Points: Hands-on activity using colored beads to construct Bohr models of atoms and ions. Ziplock baggies labeled with specific atoms or ions for easy organization. Corresponding numbers of colored beads provided in a convenient table for simple setup. Perfect for individual or group work, adaptable to various classroom settings. Promotes active learning and collaboration among students. Reinforces understanding of atomic structure, including protons, electrons, and neutrons. Emphasizes key concepts such as atomic number, mass number, and the difference between atoms and ions. Student favorite, engaging and effective in teaching atomic structure.