MatterLearning Targets and

Success Criteria

Elements and CompoundsLearning Target

I can describe the differences between atoms, elements, molecules and compounds.

Success Criteria

I am successful when I can give an example for each and justify with evidence to explain my thinking.

Matter and the Periodic TableLearning Target

I recognize that all substances are made up of one or more elements organized into groups with similar properties on the Periodic Table.

Success Criteria

I am successful when I can describe two reasons why the Periodic Table looks the way that it does.

Chemical Reactions

Learning Target

I understand that a chemical equation shows a reaction where pure substances change to produce new substances with new properties.

Success Criteria

I am successful when I can identify the reactants and the products as well as tell what is happening in a chemical equation.