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==== [[ w1d1 |'''Kit 1: Everyday Chemistry''']] ==== | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Materials''':]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |Everyday item cards (e.g., soap, vinegar, batteries, baking soda, nail polish remover)]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |Laminated "Mystery Chemistry Processes" card set (e.g., rusting, fermentation, combustion)]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |Reference sheet on basic chemistry concepts (e.g., reactions, catalysts)]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |Chart paper and markers]] | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Instructions''':]] | |||
# [[ w1d1 |Identify 5 everyday items or activities involving chemistry.]] | |||
# [[ w1d1 |Explain the role of chemistry in each.]] | |||
# [[ w1d1 |Choose a "mystery" process and research how it works.]] | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Presentation Cards''':]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |"What everyday items or activities did you choose?"]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |"How does chemistry play a role in the 'mystery' process you selected?"]] | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Timer/Checklist''':]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |10 min: Select items/activities.]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |20 min: Research the role of chemistry.]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |15 min: Investigate the mystery process.]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |5 min: Prepare presentation.]] | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Reflection Sheet''':]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |"What new connections did you discover between chemistry and everyday life?"]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |"What was the most surprising application of chemistry?"]] | |||
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==== [[ w1d1 |'''Kit 2: Branches of Chemistry Scavenger Hunt''']] ==== | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Materials''':]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |Laminated chart defining the branches of chemistry (organic, inorganic, physical, analytical, biochemistry)]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |Picture cards of real-world examples (e.g., medical lab, fuel cell, food production)]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |Blank poster board and colored markers]] | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Instructions''':]] | |||
# [[ w1d1 |Match real-world examples to the five branches of chemistry.]] | |||
# [[ w1d1 |Create a diagram linking these examples to everyday activities.]] | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Presentation Cards''':]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |"What examples did you find for each branch of chemistry?"]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |"How are these branches connected to everyday life?"]] | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Timer/Checklist''':]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |15 min: Review branch definitions.]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |20 min: Match examples and brainstorm connections.]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |15 min: Create a visual diagram.]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |5 min: Practice presentation.]] | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Reflection Sheet''':]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |"Which branch of chemistry interested you the most, and why?"]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |"How did this activity change your view of chemistry in the real world?"]] | |||
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==== [[ w1d1 |'''Kit 3: Testable Questions Lab''']] ==== | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Materials''':]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |Brainstorming cards with question prompts (e.g., "What happens when...?" "Does changing X affect Y?")]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |Example experiment design template (with sections for hypothesis, variables, materials, procedure)]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |Chart paper and markers]] | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Instructions''':]] | |||
# [[ w1d1 |Brainstorm 5 testable questions related to chemistry.]] | |||
# [[ w1d1 |Choose one question and design an experiment (no lab work required).]] | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Presentation Cards''':]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |"What testable questions did you brainstorm?"]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |"Describe your chosen experiment setup and hypothesis."]] | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Timer/Checklist''':]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |15 min: Brainstorm questions.]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |20 min: Choose a question and design the experiment.]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |15 min: Create a poster explaining the setup.]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |5 min: Practice presentation.]] | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Reflection Sheet''':]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |"What makes a question testable in chemistry?"]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |"What would you change if you were to conduct the experiment?"]] | |||
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==== [[ w1d1 |'''Kit 4: Chemistry in Food''']] ==== | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Materials''':]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |Reference sheet on common chemical reactions in cooking (e.g., Maillard reaction, acid-base reactions)]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |Example recipes with chemical notes (e.g., baking soda in pancakes, vinegar in pickling)]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |Blank infographic template and colored markers]] | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Instructions''':]] | |||
# [[ w1d1 |Research how chemistry is involved in cooking or food preservation.]] | |||
# [[ w1d1 |Create an infographic or poster explaining one example.]] | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Presentation Cards''':]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |"What food-related chemistry example did you choose?"]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |"How does chemistry improve or change the process?"]] | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Timer/Checklist''':]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |15 min: Research examples.]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |20 min: Choose one and design an infographic.]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |15 min: Prepare explanation.]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |5 min: Practice presentation.]] | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Reflection Sheet''':]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |"What was the most surprising chemistry fact you learned about food?"]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |"How could you use this knowledge in everyday cooking?"]] | |||
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==== [[ w1d1 |'''Kit 5: Scientific Method in Action''']] ==== | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Materials''':]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |Laminated problem cards (e.g., removing stains, preventing rust)]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |Blank "Scientific Method" outline template (with steps: question, research, hypothesis, experiment, conclusion)]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |Chart paper and markers]] | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Instructions''':]] | |||
# [[ w1d1 |Select a real-life chemistry problem.]] | |||
# [[ w1d1 |Use the scientific method to propose a solution and outline how you'd test it.]] | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Presentation Cards''':]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |"What problem did you choose to solve?"]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |"Explain how you applied the scientific method."]] | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Timer/Checklist''':]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |15 min: Select a problem and research solutions.]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |20 min: Outline steps of the scientific method.]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |15 min: Design a poster explaining the solution.]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |5 min: Practice presentation.]] | |||
[[ w1d1 |'''Reflection Sheet''':]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |"How did applying the scientific method help solve the problem?"]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |"What would you change in your proposed solution?"]] | |||
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=== [[ w1d1 |Final Notes:]] === | |||
* [[ w1d1 |'''Presentations''': Each group has 5 minutes to present their findings to the class.]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |'''Teacher Role''': Facilitate discussion, clarify concepts, and ensure time management.]] | |||
* [[ w1d1 |'''Assessment Criteria''': Creativity, teamwork, accuracy, and clarity of presentation.]] | |||
