UWSSLEC LibGuides: FOSS Science-Mixtures and Solutions: Introduction

Mixtures and Solutions

There are 4 Modules that make up FOSS Science: Mixtures and Solutions

1) Separating Mixtures
2) Reaching Saturation
3) Concentration
4) Fizz Quiz

Activities

Chem4Kids Activities and Quizzes

Lesson Plans

The Science Spot
Many lesson plans, PDFs and support for you lesson planning. Could also be used for extension activities.
Science Education Links and Resources
LibGuide from Washburn University on Science Education.
Mix it Up Lesson Plan
From Teach Engineering, lesson on mixtures.
Teacher Resources
This is specifically just for FOSS: Mixtures and Solutions module. Check out the other great links and resources for other areas!

Google Custom Search

Resources

Below are resources that will support what is taught through out the entire unit.

Interactive Perodic Table of Elements
This periodic table of elements supports other languages and can be very detailed.
Interactive Periodic Table of Elements
On this site, you will click on the element to learn about it.
Chem4Kids-Elements
Allows students to learn more about the different elements.
Verona Grade 5 Science Support
A list of the sites and sources that Verona, WI uses to support FOSS units.
Princeton University Curriculum Support
List of links and resources compiled by Princeton University.
Fact Monster-Chemistry
FAQ about chemistry topics.
Chemistry Homepage
This website about chemistry was developed my students.
Delights of Chemistry
Pictures and activities.

Books

EBSCO link to Mixtures and Solutions
Solutions and Mixtures by John Farndon

Games/Interactives

Element-ary!
Interactive game of matching elements with their symbols.
Breakout-Periodic Table
Not much educational value. Uncover the Periodic Table of elements.
Creative Crosswords
Crosswords testing chemistry vocabulary.
Word Search
General chemistry word search and finds.

Subject Guide

Amber Nickel

Purpose

The purpose of this LibGuide is to aid in the implementation of the FOSS Science Curriculum, specifically Mixtures and Solutions. Resources have been organized by the individual modules. Resources include books, articles, YouTube videos and websites including interactive activities.