Product Overview
- Designed with our easy cut system - 5 cuts or less. Requires only 3 cuts for Nomenclature and 1 for experiments.
- Printed on premium thick card stock. May be used unlaminated or laminated
Imagine handing your child a brightly printed card, reading a short story about an atom, and then watching them race to the kitchen to test whether vinegar really can polish a penny. The Lower Elementary Chemistry curriculum (HMS-4052A) turns that scene into an organized, low-prep reality for any parent teaching at home.
| Component | Details & how it helps you |
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| Full-color nomenclature cards | 27 key chemistry terms (27 Picture and label cards, 27 definition and label cards, 27 picture cards only, 27 definition cards only and 54 labels) |
| Experiment sets | • Acids & Bases • Chemical Change • Physical Change • States of Matter. Every 5 × 8 in. card lists everyday materials, a numbered procedure, child-friendly observation prompts, and simple follow-up questions.— No specialized glassware; ingredients come from your pantry or hardware aisle. |
| Student recording sheets | Pre-formatted tables such as the Litmus Red & Blue chart help children organize data without extra prep. (Also available for download) |
| Teacher answer & guidance booklet | At-a-glance “What to look for” keys, sample results, and troubleshooting notes keep you confident—even if chemistry is new territory. (Availabe for download only) |
| Comprehensive shopping list | Brands, store types, and common substitutes for every chemical or household item; perfect for planning a single weekend errand. (Also available for download) |
| Safety & measurement poster | Montessori-style visual reminders (eye protection, lab apron, “add acid to water”) plus US/metric volume references. (Also available for download) |
| Notable chemists research cards | Short bios of more than 70 scientists—from Boyle to Zewail—to weave history and reading practice into science time. (Also available for download) |
Why our customers love this set
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True Montessori sequencing – Three-period lesson flow, built-in control of error, and open-ended “What do you think will happen next?” prompts nurture self-direction.
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NGSS Alignment – Covers PS1.A (Structure & Properties of Matter) and PS1.B (Chemical Reactions) outcomes for grades 1-3.
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Cross-curricular links – Vocabulary work strengthens language skills; measurement tasks connect to math; chemist biographies open doors to history and biography writing.
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Minimal adult prep – Pull one card, gather common items (lemon juice, pennies, rice, a candle…), and start within minutes.
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Scales with multi-age siblings – Older children can research the chemists or design follow-up investigations while younger ones practice observations and recording.
Available in full color. The full answer key is available for download.
RESOURCES
Look at our Science Flow Chart for Lower Elementary to see how this work fits in with the traditional Montessori curriculum.
The following blog article is highly recommended in understanding how to implement the Chemistry curriculum. Implementing the ETC Montessori Chemistry curriculum in your classroom.
Comprehensive Answer key available for download only
Litmus Paper observation Master
List of Notable Scientists Master
Chemistry Materials Needed
STANDARDS
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SUGGESTED CONTAINERS
1 Set of Plastic Sleeve Holders
