Patterns Chemistry 

Patterns Chemistry is an instructional resource for a year-long high school introductory chemistry course. It  meets many of the physical science standards from the Next Generation Science Standards, as well as some earth science standards. 

Through scientific inquiry, engineering design, and critical thinking, students  discover and apply patterns in major Chemistry topics such as atomic structure, periodic trends, chemical reactions, and chemical bonding. Earth science topics relating to weather and climate in the context of chemistry are also explored. An important aim of the course is to challenge and further develop students’ problem solving skills, scientific literacy and communication skills.

Distance Learning (DL) Resources

Our Patterns Chemistry development team of teacher leaders has developed distance learning versions of the Patterns Chemistry units.  Distance Learning versions of units 4, 5 and 6, as well as paper packets that can be printed for students who do not have access to technology at home.  The distance learning units can be used in either a fully online or hybrid school model.  Additional DL Patterns Chemistry unit plans can be found in a shared google drive. 

To request access to the restricted access materials for teachers only, please visit the Restricted Access page and fill out the form.