1. Matter Learning Targets and Success Criteria

2. Elements and Compounds
Learning Target
Success Criteria
I can describe the differences between atoms, elements, molecules and compounds.
I am successful when I can give an example for each and justify with evidence to explain my thinking.

3. Matter and the Periodic Table
Learning Target
Success Criteria
I recognize that all substances are made up of one or more elements organized into groups with similar properties on the Periodic Table.
I am successful when I can describe two reasons why the Periodic Table looks the way that it does.

4. Chemical Reactions Learning Target Success Criteria
I understand that a chemical equation shows a reaction where pure substances change to produce new substances with new properties.
I am successful when I can identify the reactants and the products as well as tell what is happening in a chemical equation.