THS Earth/Space Science

After turning in the final lab reports (complete with the typed report, graph, diagram, and self-evaluation form), we began the chemistry unit.  Today we did this by completing the first two columns of a K-W-L form.

By completing the K (Knowledge) portion of the KWL, I will have a better grasp on the level of knowledge students already have about chemistry as we begin this unit.  Furthermore, I will be able to incorporate some of their interests by compiling the “Want to know” from the”W” column into daily lessons.

The rest of the week will see us more involved in the chemistry unit:

• Tuesday (10/03):  Reviewing chemistry concepts from last year
• Wednesday (10/04): Earth chemistry (8 most common elements in the Earth’s crust)
• Thursday (10/05): Atomic structure
• Friday (10/06): The Periodic Table