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Formation of New Substances Activities
for 5th Grade Science

The resources below will provide students a comprehensive understanding of the formation of new substances. All of the following lessons are also included in the Kesler Science Membership.

The Formation of New Substances 5E Lesson includes materials for every "E" phase, including the Formation of New Substances Station Lab for Exploration and an interactive PowerPoint with digital INB templates for Explanation.

The lesson also includes introduction materials for Engagement, student-choice project ideas for Elaboration, and assessments for Evaluation.

After completing the Formation of New Substances 5E Lesson, students will be able to conduct an investigation to determine whether the mixing of two or more substances results in new substances.

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Essential Questions and Standards

Below are the essential questions and standards associated with the lessons and activities included in the formation of new substances unit. This topic is only one of many 5th grade science topics included in the Kesler Science Membership.

Essential Questions
  • What happens when two substances are mixed together?
  • What is the difference between a mixture and a solution?
Standards
  • 5-PS1-4 - Conduct an investigation to determine whether the mixing of two or more substances results in new substances

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