Friday, May 30, 2008 - 4A

Students drew pictures of their concept of an atom. I then had students post their pictures on the front board and explain them. Many students confused cell with atoms since they both have a nucleus. Other misconceptions were that the nucleus was a separate particle in addition to protons and neutrons and some students incorrectly positioned the electrons, protons, and neutrons.

Handed out Aim 23 - Parts of the Atom. Students read it and answered questions on a separate sheet of paper.

Went over answers.

Quiz next time (Tuesday) on the parts of an atom.

Modeled Sludge T-Shirts for Mrs. Lutes' class.

Students spent last half hour of class working on the reverse side of their T-Shirts.