Name: _________________________________

Period: ________

Science Shortcuts! - Chemistry Menu

Challenge: You will create a shortcut to demonstrate your knowledge in one area of chemistry.

What is a shortcut?
A shortcut is a visually stimulating,
fact-filled newspaper feature that
mixes bold, colorful artwork with
fun, interesting facts to create a
kid page that actually entertains as
it educates.

Pick ONE of the following topics by CIRCLING the topic of your choice:
Elements and Compounds

How to write a chemical

symbol
Elements in our daily life
The difference between an
element and a compound

Metal, Nonmetals, and Metalloids

Compare and Contrast Location on Periodic Table
Physical Properties- luster,
conductivity, brittle or
malleable, ductility, and
density

Physical and Chemical Changes

Signs of physical and

chemical changes
Examples of physical and
chemical changes
How are physical and
chemical changes different?

Your chemistry shortcut MUST include the following features:

Must have a title
2 topic themed games, puzzles, original (your made it up yourself) jokes, or original riddles.
Must include at least 6 informative fun facts about you topic
MUST be colorful and include illustrations (artwork/pictures/diagrams/drawings)
Colorful background
Your name and class period should be written neatly on the back of your shortcut.

Name: _________________________________

Period: ________