Lesson 14 Materials
Per Class
Melting blocks (Amazon Link or show a video clip of this)
2 ice cubes (similar size and shape)
Per Group
Hair dryers (1 per group of 3-4)
Digital laser infrared thermometer (1 per group of 3-4)
5 different classroom objects for groups of 3-4, such as:
1 pair of scissors
Crayon
Marker
Pencil
Pen
Stapler
Tape dispenser
Glue stick
Ruler
Whiteboard
Per Student
Prep
Review
Prepare
Notes for during the lab:
As you are gathering classroom objects, try to vary the objects that are given to each group. Some objects can be the same, but not all of the objects should be the same for each group.
Be prepared to add conduction to your class Word Catcher Wall.
DAY 1
Exploring the Phenomenon
5 minutes
Investigate Thermal Conduction
10 minutes
Read About Conductors and Insulators
10 minutes
Placing Objects on the Conductivity Spectrum
10 minutes
Revisit the Phenomenon
10 minutes