Description

In this lesson, students will use the Material Reducer to better understand that natural and synthetic objects are all made of elements.

Objectives

• Understand that natural and synthetic objects are all made of elements.
• Gather information about the elemental composition of Minecraft blocks.
• Understand that synthetic materials and chemicals can be made from natural resources.
• Be aware that some elements are much more common than others.
• Develop models to describe the atomic composition of simple molecules and extended structures.

Curriculum Connections Summary

• Ontario - Science
• Quebec - Science
• New Brunswick - Science
• Nova Scotia - Science
• Alberta - Science
• British Columbia - ADST & Science
• Manitoba - Science
• Prince Edward Island - Science
• Saskatchewan - Science
• Newfoundland & Labrador - Science
• Yukon Territories - Follows B.C.'s Curriculum
• Northwest Territories - Follows Alberta's Curriculum
• Nunavut - Follows Alberta's Curriculum