Lesson Plan

The Pinch Test

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Test your pupils' understanding of the scale from macro to atomic. While displaying images of different materials, learners identify what they would need to make that material visible. Their choices range from the human eye to an electron microscope.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Vary the types of objects shown based on the needs of your class
  • Create a set of cards from the PowerPoint images for pupils to sort into piles based on size and scale
Classroom Considerations
  • Laminate cards for use with multiple classes and in future years
Pros
  • Adaptable to different grade levels
  • Includes all necessary materials for the activity
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