09/11/23-09/15/23- Grade 6 Science

Author: GFSD FIMS Science

Date created: 09/09/2023 10:42 PM UMST ; Date modified: 09/09/2023 11:22 PM UMST

VITAL INFORMATION
Subject(s) Science

Topic Elements and Compounds

Grade/Level Grade 6

Objective(s)
Understand the definitions of atoms, elements, and compounds.
Differentiate between elements and compounds.
Create models of elements and compounds using atom cut-outs.
Identify properties associated with elements and compounds.
Perform experiments to observe and record properties.
Share observations and conclusions from the experiment.
Define chemical formulas and their representation of elements and compounds.
Interpret and use chemical formulas.
Practice identifying elements and compounds through chemical formulas.
Define mixtures and compounds.
Differentiate between mixtures and compounds.
Categorize examples as mixtures or compounds.
Review key concepts about elements and compounds.
Answer questions and clarify doubts.
Take an assessment to demonstrate understanding

IMPLEMENTATION
Procedure Monday: Introduction to Elements and Compounds

Bellwork:
Write down everything you know about atoms.

Activities:
1. Discussion:
- Define atoms, elements, and compounds.
- Explain that elements are made up of only one type of atom, while compounds are made up of different types of atoms
chemically combined.
- Provide examples of common elements and compounds.

2. Group Activity: Building Elements and Compounds:

- Distribute atom cut-outs (different colors for different elements).
- Have students work in groups to create models of elements and compounds using the atoms.

Assessment:
- Exit Ticket: List three examples of elements and three examples of compounds.

Tuesday: Properties of Elements and Compounds

Bellwork:
What do you think might be some properties of elements and compounds?

Activities:
1. Reading and Discussion:
- Distribute reading materials about properties of elements and compounds.
- Discuss the properties as a class.

2. Experiment:
- Perform simple experiments to observe and record properties of elements and compounds (e.g., conductivity, solubility,
appearance).

Assessment:
- Class discussion: Share observations and conclusions from the experiment.

Homework:
1. Identify five substances at home, and classify each as an element or a compound with a brief explanation.

2. Conduct a simple experiment on one substance to observe a property. Record your findings.

Wednesday: Chemical Formulas

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 Bellwork:
What do you think a chemical formula represents?

Activities:
1. Presentation and Discussion:
- Introduce chemical formulas and how they represent elements and compounds.
- Provide examples and discuss how to interpret chemical formulas.

2. Practice:
- Distribute worksheets with chemical formulas for elements and compounds.
- Have students identify the elements and compounds and write their chemical formulas.

Assessment:
- Collect and review completed worksheets.

Thursday: Mixtures vs. Compounds

Bellwork:
How is a mixture different from a compound?

Activities:
1. Class Discussion:
- Define mixtures and compounds.
- Discuss the key differences between the two.

2. Sorting Activity:
- Provide various examples (e.g., saltwater, air) and have students categorize them as mixtures or compounds.

Assessment:
- Exit Ticket: Provide an example and have students determine if it's a mixture or compound.

Homework:
1. Identify the chemical symbols of elements in common household products.

2. Choose one compound and write down its chemical formula.

Friday: Review and Assessment

Bellwork:
Write down one thing you've learned about elements and compounds this week.

Activities:
1. Review:
- Review key concepts about elements and compounds.
- Answer any questions or clarify doubts.

2. Assessment:
- Administer a quiz on elements and compounds, covering key concepts discussed throughout the week.

Assessment:
- Review and grade quizzes. Provide feedback.

Differentiated Instruction 1. Tiered Assignments

2. Flexible Grouping
3. Varied Materials
4. Alternative Assessments
5. Scaffolding
6. Choice Boards
7. Learning Centers
8. Peer Tutoring
9. Graphic Organizers
10. Modified Texts
11.Technology Integration
12.Interest-Based Activities
13.Varied Homework Options
14. Adjustable Pacing
15. Assistive Technologies
16. Use of Visual Aids
17. Guided Reading Groups
18. Individualized Learning Plans (ILPs)
19. Think-Pair-Share
20. Flipped Classroom Approach

Time Allotment 5 class periods. 1.5 Hrs. per class.

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MATERIALS AND RESOURCES
Instructional Materials
1. Atom Cut-outs
2. Reading Materials on Properties of Elements and Compounds
3. Experiment Supplies (for Properties Observation)
4. Worksheets with Chemical Formulas
5. Examples of Common Household Products (for Chemical Symbols)
6. Labels of Household Products (for Chemical Symbols)
7. Whiteboard and Markers (for Class Discussions)
8. Homework Sheets
9. Assessment Quizzes

Resources
Materials and resources:
WWW.BEYONDTEXT.ORG
Technology resources:
Chrome, Open Office, PowerPoint, Word

STANDARDS & ASSESSMENT

Standards AZ - Arizona K-8 Science Standards 2018
Standard:
Grades 6-8 Science Standards
Area:
Sixth Grade: Focus on Patterns; Scale, Proportion, and Quantity; Systems and System Models; Energy and Matter
Sub-area:
Physical Sciences: Students develop an understanding of forces and energy and how energy can transfer from one object to another or be
converted from one form to another. They also develop an understanding of the nature of matter.
Indicator:
6.P1U1.1 Analyze and interpret data to show that changes in states of matter are caused by different rates of movement of atoms in solids,
liquids, and gases (Kinetic Theory).

Indicator:
6.P1U1.2 Plan and carry out an investigation to demonstrate that variations in temperature and/or pressure affect changes in state of matter.

Indicator:
6.P1U1.3 Develop and use models to represent that matter is made up of smaller particles called atoms.

Assessment/Rubrics Assessment Quiz

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