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| Which subject | Chemistry |
| What topic | Periodic table |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Doesn't matter |
| Class size | 20 |
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| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
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Periodic Table
Grades 9-12 (Age 14-18)
Chemistry
30 minutes
20 students
This lesson aligns with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for high school chemistry, focusing on the structure and properties of matter.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length (minutes) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 | Briefly introduce the periodic table, explaining its purpose and historical background. Highlight why it is essential for chemistry. |
| 2 | Structure of the Table | 10 | Discuss the layout of the periodic table, including groups and periods. Explain the significance of element position and trends in properties. |
| 3 | Key Elements | 5 | Identify and explain the properties of key elements (e.g., Hydrogen, Carbon, Oxygen). Discuss their importance in everyday life. |
| 4 | Interactive Activity | 5 | Use an interactive periodic table website/app to explore additional elements and trends. Allow students to work in pairs or small groups. |
| 5 | Summary & Q&A | 3 | Recap the main points covered in the lesson. Address any questions students may have. |
| 6 | Homework Assignment | 2 | Distribute homework sheets that reinforce lesson concepts. Explain that the homework will be checked during the next class without presentations. |
Assign students to complete a worksheet that requires them to fill out a blank periodic table with key information (element symbols, atomic numbers, etc.). Instruct them to research and write a short paragraph about one element of their choice, focusing on its properties and uses. Check homework without presentations in the next class.