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5th Grade
- Project
- 2 weeks
Chemical Reaction Quest: Exploring the Reaction Garden
Purpose
Dive into the fascinating world of chemical reactions by exploring how different substances interact and the factors that influence these reactions. Through hands-on investigations, you'll develop critical skills in planning and executing experiments while documenting your findings in detailed lab reports. This project encourages creativity and collaboration, culminating in a dynamic showcase where you share your discoveries in engaging formats.
Learning goals
Develop your ability to plan and carry out scientific investigations by exploring the fascinating world of chemical reactions. Enhance your skills in forming hypotheses, conducting experiments, and documenting findings through detailed lab reports. Collaborate with peers to analyze how different substances interact and identify factors that influence reaction outcomes. Express your understanding creatively by presenting your findings in an engaging format during the 'Chemical Reaction Showdown.'
Standards
- NGSS - 5-PS1-4: Conduct an investigation to determine whether the mixing of two or more substances results in new substances.
- NGSS - 5-PS1-2: Measure and graph quantities to provide evidence that regardless of the type of change that occurs when heating, cooling, or mixing substances, the total weight of matter is conserved.
- Common Core - CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.5.7: Conduct short research projects that use several sources to build knowledge through investigation of different aspects of a topic.
Products
Design and build a 'Chemical Reaction Garden' where each plant represents a different reaction, with interactive elements to demonstrate the changes. Develop a detailed lab report that includes your hypothesis, materials, procedure, observations, and conclusions, highlighting the steps you took to plan and carry out your investigation. Present your experiment results in a creative format, such as a skit, song, or rap, during the 'Chemical Reaction Showdown.'
Launch
Kick off your project with a 'Reaction Relay Race,' where you will move through various stations, each featuring a mini-experiment that demonstrates a different type of chemical reaction. As you engage with each station, record your observations and discuss with your peers to build a foundational understanding of how substances interact. This interactive experience will set the stage for your upcoming investigations and help you start thinking about the essential question.
Exhibition
Invite your peers and parents to a 'Chemical Reaction Showdown' where you creatively present your experiment results. Choose a format like a skit, song, or rap to showcase your findings and the process you followed. Ensure your presentation highlights the key aspects of your investigation, including your hypothesis, procedure, and conclusions. Engage your audience with interactive elements from your 'Chemical Reaction Garden' to demonstrate the reactions you studied.
| Week 1 | Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 | Day 5 |
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Participate in the 'Reaction Relay Race' to engage with different types of chemical reactions at various stations. Record observations and discuss initial thoughts with classmates.
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Formulate a hypothesis about how a chosen pair of substances will react based on initial observations and research. Document your hypothesis in your lab notebook.
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Gather and organize the necessary materials for your experiment. Create a detailed plan outlining the steps you will take to carry out your investigation safely and effectively.
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Conduct the first trials of your experiment, following your planned procedure. Record detailed observations, including any unexpected occurrences and adjustments made to the procedure.
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Begin drafting your lab report by documenting your hypothesis, materials, and the procedure followed during your initial trials. Include observations and any preliminary conclusions.
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| Deliverables |
1. Submit a detailed experiment plan outlining your hypothesis, materials needed, and the procedure you will follow.
2. Draft the initial sections of your lab report, including your hypothesis, materials, and procedures. |
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| Week 2 | Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 | Day 5 | Day 6 |
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Complete the remaining trials of your experiment, ensuring consistency in following your procedure. Record all observations meticulously, noting any patterns or changes from previous trials.
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Refine your lab report by analyzing the data collected. Use charts or graphs to represent your findings visually, and write a detailed conclusion that explains whether your hypothesis was supported.
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Participate in a gallery walk where you view and provide feedback on each other's experiment setups and findings. Reflect on what you have learned about chemical reactions and collaboration.
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Prepare for the 'Chemical Reaction Showdown' by brainstorming creative ways to present your experiment results. Work with your group to develop a skit, song, or rap that highlights the key aspects of your investigation.
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Design and build your 'Chemical Reaction Garden' using creative materials to represent the reactions you studied. Include interactive elements that demonstrate the changes observed.
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Rehearse your presentation for the 'Chemical Reaction Showdown,' incorporating feedback from peers to enhance clarity and engagement.
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| Deliverables |
1. Submit your finalized lab report with comprehensive sections on hypothesis, materials, procedure, observations, analysis, and conclusion.
2. Complete a creative presentation for the 'Chemical Reaction Showdown,' ready to be showcased to an audience of peers and parents. 3. Construct your 'Chemical Reaction Garden' as part of the exhibition, with interactive elements to demonstrate your findings. |
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