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Standard:
1b Students know all matter is made of atoms, which may combine to form molecules.
Holistic Rating: In-Depth coverage of this standard.
| Pages C40-C43 describe subatomic particles and different models of the atom. In Grade 5, neither the California Science Standards nor the California Science Framework mention the parts of the atom (protons, electrons, and neutrons) or models of the atom. While fifth grade students may be able to memorize and repeat the names of these subatomic particles, they are generally not ready to understand atomic theory and different models of the atom. The National Science Education Standards recommends leaving these terms and concepts for higher grade levels. On the other hand, knowing the term "protons" can help students understand the order of the elements in the Periodic Table (Standard 1d). |
Aspects that help student learning:
The mystery boxes activity (pages C38-C39) illustrates the concept that we can learn about things (such as atoms) even if we cannot directly see them. Some educators recommend that students should not open the boxes (contrary to Step 7 in the described procedure) because that experience detracts from the analogy with atoms. If you do Step 7, then we recommend that students do not open the boxes in the extension activity where students explore mystery boxes created by other students.
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