Adopt an Element
Name __________________
Requirements:
Due Date _______________
1) Complete the Adopt An Element Information Sheet.
You may use a variety of reference sources. Possible ideas are encyclopedias, science books,
science encyclopedias, science catalogs, magazines, and/or Internet sites* (see below). Information
sheets must be neat, written in blue or black ink, and contain all of the information requested.
2) Create a model of your Element.
Create a colorful model of your element. This should include the correct number of protons and
neutrons in the nucleus, and the number of electrons in the electron cloud. Use poster board and
everyday common objects for the subatomic particles. Be creative and have fun!
3) Typed Report
Describe some of the physical and chemical characteristics of your element in a one-page report.
Tell about its history and background, chemical family, as well as explain some common uses for
your element. You may also tell who your elements friends are (those it will combine with).
Write a one to two paragraph(s) conclusion about your element, as well as why you want to adopt
this element. Describe the contributions this element will make to your family.
4) Oral Presentation
Give a two to three minute presentation on your element. Be sure to include your name, your
element’s name, interesting information, facts/uses, your opinion/conclusion of the element.
Grading will be based on these factors as well as grammar, voice, preparation, enthusiasm,
knowledge, and confidence.
Example:
Be sure to include
 Elements Name
 Elements Symbol
 Atomic Number
 Atomic Mass
 Model
 Number of Protons
 Number of Electrons
 Number of Neutrons
 Your Name
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Atomic Mass
Atomic Number
Symbol
Element Name
Atomic Model
Arsenic
Protons – Neutrons – Electrons
33
33
33
# Protons, Neutrons,
& Electrons
Your Name
Name
You may add pictures or drawings that illustrate the various uses for your element!
http://periodic.lanl.gov/index.shtml
http://www.chemicool.com
http://www.chem4kids.com/
http://www.webelements.com
http://education.jlab.org/itselemental/index.html
http://www.chemicalelements.com
http://www.liv.ac.uk/chemistry/links/refbiog.html
http://www.uky.edu/Projects/Chemcomics/html/gold.html
Adopt An Element
Grade Sheet/Rubric
Advertisement = 100 points
 Provided basic information ……………………………………………………………… + 48 _________
___Student’s Name
___Atomic Number
___Symbol
___Atomic Mass
___Element Name
___Number of Protons
___Number of Neutrons
___Number of Electrons
 Model …………………………………………………………………………………… + 40 _________
 Followed Directions ………………………………………………… …………….…… + 12 _________
Neat, Correct Spelling, Correct Format, Original
Information Sheet = 100 points
 Provided basic information ……………………………………………………………… + 48 _________
___Name
___Symbol
___Atomic Number
___Protons
___Neutrons
___Electrons
___Boiling Point
___Atomic Mass
___State of Matter
___Melting Point
___Group/Family
___Classification
 Other information ……………………………………………………..………………… + 52 _________
___Nonmetal / Metal / Metalloid
___ ___Discovery & Date
___ Neatness
___Origin of Name
___ ___ ___ ___ ___Interesting Information / Uses
___Family
___Ink
Presentation = 24 points ……………………………………………..………………… + 24_________
___Name
___ Element
___ Facts / Uses
___ Opinion / Conclusion
___Grammar
___Voice
___Preparation
___Enthusiasm
____________ Time
___Eye Contact
___Knowledge
___ Confidence
Written Report = 76 points
 Introduction ……………………………………………..………………….…………… + 25 _________
 Facts / Uses / Information ……………………………………………..………………… + 25 _________
 Conclusion ……………………………………………..…………………………...…… + 26_________
Key Points Considered:
___ Neatness
___ Proper Grammar Used
___ Minimal Spelling Errors
___ Fact Quality (Is it interesting, does it
demonstrate an inquisitive effort?)
___ Creativity
Student Name _______________________
Adopt-An-Element : Rough Draft Fact Sheet
Element Name
Element Symbol
Atomic
Atomic Mass
____________
____________
Number
____________
____________
# of Protons
# of Neutrons
# of Electrons
Melting Point
____________
____________
____________
____________
Boiling Point
State of Matter
Classification
Group/Family
____________
____________
____________
____________
Origin of Name
Discovered by
Discovery
_______________________________
________________
Date
_______________________________
________________
____________
_______________________________
_______________________________
Interesting Information:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
____________
Dear parent/guardian:
Your 8th grade student has an “Adopt-An-Element” project due in Science AND English class.
The due date is listed below. This project is worth 300 points, and will NOT be accepted late.
Students may use everyday household items to complete the project. The only item which may
need to be purchased is a poster board. Your student has two weeks to complete the project!
Please sign and return this sheet, acknowledging that you understand this project is due,
no exceptions, on the date given! Thank you!
Due: May 13, 2013
___________________________________ ___________________________
parent/guardian signature
date
Teachers Names
Science and Language Arts Teachers
Dear parent/guardian:
Your 8th grade student has an “Adopt-An-Element” project due in Science AND English class.
The due date is listed below. This project is worth 300 points, and will NOT be accepted late.
Students may use everyday household items to complete the project. The only item which may
need to be purchased is a poster board. Your student has two weeks to complete the project!
Please sign and return this sheet, acknowledging that you understand this project is due,
no exceptions, on the date given! Thank you!
Due: May 13, 2013
___________________________________ ___________________________
parent/guardian signature
date
Teachers Names
Science and Language Arts Teachers
Adopt-An-Element Project
Element
Student Name
Element
Student Name
Element
Li
Ti
Nb
Be
V
Mo
B
Cr
Ru
C
Mn
Rh
N
Fe
Pd
O
Co
Ag
F
Ni
Cd
Ne
Cu
In
Na
Zn
Sn
Mg
Ga
I
Al
Ge
Xe
Si
As
Cs
P
Se
Ba
S
Br
W
Cl
Kr
Re
Ar
Rb
Os
K
Sr
Ir
Ca
Y
Au
Sc
Zr
Hg
Student Name