Virtual Sci Ed - Using An Everyday Phenomenon To Develop New Investigations

Children love talking and reading science with people in their community. - they are excited by the world around them. This activity is scaffolded to support students as they describe their thinking about an everyday phenomenon (ice melting) and prepare to share their ideas about investigating different materials with others.

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Virtual Sci Ed -How Can We Tell If A Physical Or Chemical Change Occurs

As students take time to think about their understanding of what constitutes as a chemical reaction, they are immediately confronted with this phenomenon, an orange rind popping a balloon, to point out any gaps or problems with their initial explanation. Students are provided with an opportunity to develop an investigation that will help clarify their understanding.

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