MOLE DAY IS COMING!
We must celebrate!
Mole Day (October
is upon us! On that day, chemistry students around the world celebrate
the mole from 6:02 am to 6:02 pm. Mole Day is 10-23 because of Avogadro’s Number, 6.022 x 1023
(named in honor of Italian scientist Amedeo Avogadro), which represents the number of particles
contained in one mole of any substance. You have been introduced to the mole concept recently
and we will learn more about the mole in the future! {Of note: two years ago, Hurricane Wilma hit
on October 23rd - we were out of school for two weeks! Upon our return, we renamed Wilma
"Wil-MOLE" and as a result, the curse of the South Florida hurricane is no more! We haven’t had
a hurricane since! Now you are starting to understand the power of the mole!!! }
23rd)
On October 23rd, chemistry classes will celebrate in style! We will eat, tell jokes, show off our
creative works and earn extra credit! To make this day special, however, we must all pitch in! There
is a lot to do to make Mole Day fun for everyone!
Each student should sign up for TWO mole day events (optional, but recommended!): one special
project and one food item to bring. There are limits on some of the special projects, so those will be
on a first-come, first-served basis. In addition, every student will make two “Happy Mole Day”
cards in class (mandatory) that will be distributed to the faculty, staff and administration of NBPS!
Here are some sample special Mole Day projects:
1. Make a stuffed mole (pattern available – sewing required!). This is a chance to show your
creativity. Your mole should have a name that contains the word “mole” and should be
dressed in an outfit that matches the name. Example: “guacaMOLEe” - a chartreuse-colored
mole. Examples can be found in class. See page three below for pattern.
2. Document Mole Day with a picture scrapbook. A completed scrapbook is required for
completion of this project. Pictures should have captions and scrapbook should show
evidence of effort and creativity in its design. (one scrap-book per class)
3. “How Big Is A Mole?” Poster. This full size poster should illustrate to your classmates just
how big a mole really is! It should be colorful, illustrative, descriptive, and informative.
Sample topic (make up your own): How long would it take the population of Earth to
consume a mole of Skittles if each person consumed 1 bag/day? (Instructions below).
4. Compose a Mole Day song or poem. The song or poem will be performed for the class.
Please include hard copy of your poem or song lyrics and a digital recording of your song.
5. Make a door-size door decoration for another science teacher. You must receive prior
written permission from a specific teacher to decorate his or her door. Only 2 students per
teacher. The door decoration must specifically highlight the mole concept. Additional
science information is permitted. Inside of doors may be decorated.
6. Create something mole-related that is not on this list. See Dr. Levens for approval no later
than 10/15/07!
Bottom line: (see below for more info on card, sewing a mole, and mole poster)
 Mole Day card (5 pts each) – Mandatory - prepare in class on Oct 22nd & Oct 23rd
 Mole Day project (15 pts) – Optional – due on October 23rd (MOLE DAY!)
 Mole Day food (5 pts) – Optional, only sign up if you intend to do it – October 23rd
Mole Day Extra Credit: Bring a wrapped bag of (Halloween) candy to distribute (with the Mole
Day cards) 2 XC pts. Bring on October 22nd to receive extra credit. Yes, actual extra credit!
MOLE DAY IS COMING!
We must celebrate!
How Big Is A Mole? (15 points)
Poster Project
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The poster must be a minimum size of 24 x 17 (1 points)
The title of the poster must be in the form of a question (1 points)
The problem should be solved using dimensional analysis (1 points)
o The problem should be solved correctly (3 points)
All units should be shown and correct (1 points)
All work should be shown (1 points)
You should include art work related to your question (2 points)
o 3D artwork earns 2 bonus points
You should include a list of resources on the front of the poster in MLA format (2 points)
Your name, date turned in and class period should be on the front of the poster (1 point)
The poster should be neat and organized (2 points)
MOLE DAY CARDS (5 pts ea)
Mole Day (October 23rd) is here! On this day, chemistry students around
the world celebrate the mole from 6:02 am to 6:02 pm. Mole Day is
October 23rd because of Avogadro’s Number, 6.02 x 1023 (named in
honor of Italian scientist Amedeo Avogadro), which represents the
number of particles contained in one mole of any substance.
Today in class we will design our “Happy Mole Day” cards that will be
distributed to the faculty, staff and administration of NBPS.
Your cards should inform their recipients 1) why we celebrate mole day
and 2) how many particles are contained in one mole. The card should
3) clearly read, “Happy Mole Day from Dr. Levens’s Class” and you
should 4) sign your name, class (Chem I H or Chem I), and period. There
are card supplies available in class today.
Links of Interest
Mole Day Home Page http://www.moleday.org/
Mole Day history (why we celebrate Mole Day) http://www.moleday.org/htdocs/mainhist.html
Ask Monty Mole (Mole FAQs) http://www.moleday.org/htdocs/monty.html
Great Mole Day Project Ideas http://www.moleday.org/htdocs/projects.html (Bake Mole-asses Cookies!)
MOLE DAY IS COMING!
We must celebrate!
MOLE DAY IS COMING!
We must celebrate!
MOLE DAY 2007
Double Theme!!
Double Theme!!
Ten Commolments
by Tom Knickerbocker and Kenny Quick
Prairie du Chien High School 1991
Prairie du Chien, WI
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Thou shalt not use 6.02 x 1023 in vain.
Thou shalt not use the term mole if thou has no true knowledge of the term mole.
Thou shalt not kill a mole.
Thou shalt not covet your neighbor's mole.
Thou shall always remember to celebrate Mole Day.
Thou shalt not disparage Mole Day.
Thou shalt not use a mole out of season.
Thou shall always honor the one who introduced thou to Mole Day.
Thou shall always keep sacred 10-23.
Thou shall always remember these commolments or thou will never properly honor Mole Day.