Description
In this atom models activity and worksheet pack, students will “use models to illustrate the structure of an atom in terms of protons, neutrons, and electrons (using the location, charges, and comparative size of the subatomic particles)”.
This activity is easy to set up, and there are a variety of materials that can be used if you can’t find what’s included in the example!
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What is included in this atom models activity?
- teacher’s guide for implementation
- ideas for other materials to use
- atoms model worksheet (covers symbol, # of protons, neutrons, and electrons, atomic number, and atomic mass) AND KEY
- atoms models worksheet with questions AND EXAMPLE KEY
- atom models templates (one with electron cloud and one with electron cloud energy levels)
- rubric
- 4 slide EDITABLE PPT for implementing activity
Example of implementation of the atom models activity:
- Students may complete the worksheet that displays different models of atoms, and students can fill in the blanks of missing information. From the models, students can determine the symbol, number of protons, number of neutrons, number of electrons, atomic number, and atomic mass. After students complete the worksheet, they can create their own model of an atom using food/candy (or something else, if you wish!).
- Atom Models (Students can work individually, in pairs, or in groups.)
- You will need (for each individual, pair/groups)
- mini marshmallows (colors) or another candy of different colors
- mini chocolate chips
- plates or trays
- student sheets
- You will need (for each individual, pair/groups)
- Provide each person/group an atom to model or allow them to choose. You can use the worksheet as a reference or research others.
- Provide each person/group with a plate or tray to collect their materials. They will also need a student sheet.
- Students can take their tray and collect “protons”, “neutrons”, and “electrons” from a designated spot.
- Students can fill out the information on the top of the student sheet, create their models, and answer the questions.
- Give students a chance to look at other classmates’ atom models. They will need this information for their worksheet.
Don’t have colorful marshmallows or mini chocolate chips? Here are some other materials that can be used. Remember, you want something bigger (protons and neutrons) and something smaller (electrons.)
- playdough
- pom-poms
- buttons
- beads
- Styrofoam balls
- paper cutouts
- smaller fruit (raisins, blueberries, etc.)
- Legos
- candy (skittles, gumdrops, etc.)
- pipe cleaners (can cut and shape)
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This lesson pairs well with NC Essential Standard: PS.8.1.2 (new standards) and other state standards atomic structure.
This is a great support activity for NGSS standard MS-PS1-1.
★ If you like this atom models activity, you may also like:
Atomic Structure Interactive Lesson
Relationship Between Atoms and Elements Intro Activity
Matter Interactive Lesson Bundle
Matter and Chemistry Anchor Charts
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