LT#17 The Periodic Table

Vocabulary Words:
Periodic Table
Group
Period
Metal
Non-Metal
Metalloid

Homework:
1A; 2A and 4A: Due Thurs Feb 28
-Complete the reading for Unit 6 Lesson 7. Take notes into the graphic organizer strategy that we went over in class.

6B and 7B:Due Weds Feb 27
-Complete the reading for Unit 6 Lesson 7. Take notes into the graphic organizer strategy that we went over in class.
-Research the remainder of the information needed to complete the Element Adoption papers.

ALL CLASSES!!!

LSA 4 must be completed by Friday March 1

Homework for LT#16 The Atom!

Vocabulary Words:
Proton
Neutron
Electron
Electron Cloud
Nucleus
Atomic #
Mass #

Period 6B-Due on Monday Feb 25
-Complete the Graphic organizer that we were working on in class "Modeling Atomic Structure"
-Read and Take notes on Unit 6 lesson 6. Your choice of strategy (combination, Cornell or Concept Map)

Period 7B
-Complete the Graphic Organizer that we were working on in class "Modeling Atomic Structure"
-Read and Take notes on Unit 6 lesson 6. Your choice of strategy (combination, Cornell or Concept Map)
-Create a Comic Strip About the Atomic Theory. Your comic strip should be about 4-6 squares and include the following information:
-What is an atom
-How has the Theory has changed over time
-What do we consider to be the modern structure of the atom
-VOCAB WORDS USED IN THE CORRECT CONTEXT: Atom; Proton; Neutron; Nucleus; Electron; Electron Cloud

1A and 2A

-Complete the Graphic organizer that we were working on in class "Modeling Atomic Structure"
-Read and Take notes on Unit 6 lesson 6. Your choice of strategy (combination, Cornell or Concept Map)

Period 4A
-Complete the Graphic Organizer that we were working on in class "Modeling Atomic Structure"
-Read and Take notes on Unit 6 lesson 6. Your choice of strategy (combination, Cornell or Concept Map)
-Create a Comic Strip About the Atomic Theory. Your comic strip should be about 4-6 squares and include the following information:
-What is an atom
-How has the Theory has changed over time
-What do we consider to be the modern structure of the atom
-VOCAB WORDS USED IN THE CORRECT CONTEXT: Atom; Proton; Neutron; Nucleus; Electron; Electron Cloud

Website for pH lab (if you missed the in-class lab)

Here is the website that I showed you in class if you missed our pH Mystery Solution Lab

***Please use the same lab sheet as the in class lab with the following modifications:
Eliminate 'Red Litmus Paper' column in data table, turn 'Blue Litmus Paper" column into 'pH paper,' eliminate the second analysis question.***

http://www.miamisci.org/ph/phborax.html

QUIZ!!!

A Day Quiz Weds 2/20
B Day Quiz Tues 2/19

You will be having a quiz next week on the LT's that we have completed so far in the Matter Unit.

The Quiz will focus on Vocabulary (Fill in the Blank) and several multiple choice questions from this unit. You will need to log one hour of study time for this quiz.

VOCAB CARDS ARE DUE ON THE DAY OF THE QUIZ!!!!
ALL MUST BE COMPLETED ACCORDING TO CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS.

LT#15 Pure Substancs and Mixtures

Vocabulary Words:
Element
Compound
Pure Substance
Mixture
Heterogeneous
Homogeneous

LT#15 Assignments

1.) Watch the Virtual lesson for Unit 6 lesson 5 on ThinkCentral.com

2.) Choose 2 of the 3 activities below and complete according to the directions:

A.) CREATE A DESCRIPTION WHEEL. Complete a description wheel for each of the three types of elements on the periodic table: Metal; Non-Metal; Metalloid.Include the name of the element type in the center of the wheel and characteristics and examples on the spokes of the wheel. You will have 3 wheels total.

B.) TABLE IT! Make a data tabe or other graphic organizer that identifies different types of Mixtures and their characteristics (Solution, suspension, colloid.) Identify 2 food products as examples for each type of mixture.

C.) COMPARE AND CONTRAST Create a visual collage of some sort comparing and contrasting hetergeneous and homogeneous mixtures. Please include the characteristics of each type of mixture and a brief description for each example.

3.) Create a Visual/Written Flow Chart that includes the terms and their characteristics for the following Vocab Words: Atom; Element; Compound; Mixture.

pH Gizmo

I realized in my absence that I did not put the pH Gizmo in class period 1A and 6B. It is now in the folder. If you managed to look up the correct Gizmo and complete it...THANK YOU! if you did not, I will not penalize you. You will have until the next class period that I see you to turn it in. Everything else for LT#14 must be turned in on time.

LT#14 pH

We began our investigation into the topic of pH this week. We will spend a small bit of time next class completing the lesson. Please remember that your To-Do list for LT#14 is due on the following days:

Period 1A: Due on Weds Feb 13
Period 2A: Due on Weds Feb 13
Period 4A Due on Friday Feb 15
Period 6B: Due on Thurs Feb 14
Period 7B: Due on Mon Feb 18

All Classes are responsible for the following work that we completed in class (if you did not finish please complete!):
Explore—Mystery Solutions pH Lab (30 pts)
-Complete the data table with accurate observations/data from your lab
-Analysis questions must be answered accurately utilizing the lab information as evidence to support your answers. Answers in Complete sentences.
-Create a Bar Graph to visually represent your data from the lab. The different solutions will be on the x-axis and the pH reading will be on y-axis. Please utilize good graphing techniques (use pencil, label, give your graph a title, be neat and organized!)

Explain—Vocab to Know notes from power point into Notebook.
Vocab Cards for this Learning Target
pH
Acid
Base
Neutral

Some Classes have different homework assignments, please make sure you are reading the correct assignment for your class period. (you already have this typed out on your To-Do List)

Periods 1A and 6B:
pH Gizmo(20pts)
-S.E.G. and 5 assessment questions
-Answers should be in complete sentences utilizing data from Gizmo as evidence when necessary and appropriate.

Period 2A:
Alien Juice Bar virtual lab (20 points)
Go to the website below and follow the instructions from the handout provided.
http://sv.berkeley.edu/showcase/flash/juicebar.html

-All three challenges should be completed
-Accurate and complete answers provided for all questions
-All data tables should be filled in using data from website
-Venn Diagram should be filled in as accurately as possible with at least 3 properties and 3 examples for Acids and Bases. Info should be used from website and class notes

Periods 4A and 7B:
Teach Us About pH! (30 points)
Create a Powerpoint presentation, Prezi, or booklet to dig deeper into our Learning target on pH. In your teaching tool you should address the following questions:
-What is an acid and what are properties of Acids?
-What is a base and what are properties of Bases?
-What is the pH scale—Who/when was it created? How do I use it? (This should include some sort of visual with examples identified on the pH scale)
-What happens when acids and bases combine? Give some examples as well.
Your last slide/page of information should be an assessment of some sort, where students will have to read through your info to complete the assessment. (can be crossword puzzle, 5 question quiz or other creative assessment)

Rubric:
-All questions should be answered accurately in an easy to understand format.
-Material should be accessible/understandable to 8th grade students
-Assessment slide should be a reflection of info included in presentation. (Answer key provided)
-All websites or books should be cited on the last slide/page of your presentation.

UPDATED DUE DATE!!!!LT#13 Physical and Chemical Changes

LT#13 To-Do Lists are due on the following dates:
A Day MONDAY FEB 11
B Day TUESDAY FEB 12

Today we began our 2-day lesson on LT# 13. Please use your to-do list to keep track of assignments (both in class and out) and what is due for each one.

After today's class you should have answered the questions that went along with the video clip "Turning Elements into Compounds" as well as completing your data table for the Exploring Changes "minute to win it" Challenge.

Your homework is the EXPLAIN portion of the T-do list. read Unit 6 lesson 3 and complete either a Signs of Change booklet OR Charting Changes poster/collage. This is due next class period
(A day Tues 2/5,B Day Weds2/6) you will need it to help you with the next lab.

Below I have copy and pasted the entire To-do List in case you misplace yours:

To Do List—Learning Target #13 Physical and Chemical Changes

Essential Question: What Happens to matter when it changes?

SC.8.P.9.2 Differentiate between physical changes and chemical changes.
SC.8.P.9.1 Explore the Law of Conservation of Mass by demonstrating and concluding that mass is conserved when substances undergo physical and chemical changes.

Engage: (5pts—in class; both questions must be attempted)
Video—NOVA How Elements Form Compounds
1.) Observe the two chemical reactions that occur in this film clip. Describe everything that you see occur during these changes.
2.) What happens to the two substances after the reaction occurs? Explain.


Explore:
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL CHANGE CHALLENGE! 2/1 and 2/5

Students rotate through 6 stations observing physical properties of substances and distinguishing between physical and Chemical Changes.
-Complete data table including observed physical properties and prediction with evidence provided for each station. (20 pts—in class)

AND
BAGGIE BLAST!!! 2/6 and 2/7
Students will explore the Law of Conservation of Mass
Complete a 4Square Lab report w/lab group (20pts—in class; directions/rubric will be provided)

Explain:
Unit 6 Lesson 3 Physical and Chemical Changes
STUDENT CHOICE (15points—Homework)

SIGNS OF CHANGE
Students read Holt Science Fusion and Create a Signs of Change Booklet
Directions: Create a Foldable Booklet with 7 pages (use half sheets)
The following info should be on each page:
Pg 1—Physical Change and Definition
Pgs 2-3—Examples and pictures/diagrams of each
Pgs4-5—Chemical Change; Definition and “How will I know a chemical change has happened”
Pgs 6-10—On each one of these pages you should create a different “sign” that will let you know a chemical change has occurred. Ex a precipitate has formed

-Or-
CHARTING CHANGE
After reading the section create a poster or collage that shows both physical and chemical changes occurring to matter. Be sure to label and describe each change. Your description should include evidence or signs that would support what kind of a change is occurring

EXTEND:
Create a bumper sticker explaining the Law of Conservation of Mass with out using any words!
-Bumper sticker must accurately convey the Law of Conservation of Mass. Student must demonstrate understanding of Law.
-Bumper sticker must be neat with student care and thoroughness evident in the product(10pts—Homework)\

Phase Change Gizmo and LT 7-8-9 Test Recycle

DUE:
A Day--Tues Feb 5
B Day--Weds Feb 6

Please remember your States of Matter "Phase Change" Gizmo is due with SEG answers written out. We worked on half of it in class on Weds/Thurs, you are to complete for homework.


LT #'s 7-8-9 Unit Test Recycle
Please remember if you scored below an 80% on the test you have a mandatory recycle that is due on Tues. Anyone else may recycle if you choose!!! I love it when people want to go back and fix their mistakes and work through misconceptions!!

I will give half points back on each questions. Remember Recycles are ALL or NOTHING!!!

The 4 step recycle process can be found on this blog by scrolling through the archives.