Reaction Types and Rates: a full term of science
Ten ready-to-teach lessons for Year 10 Chemical sciences. Print this pack and the term is prepared: every lesson has a plan, talk prompts, a student worksheet, cards or tickets, and answers.
Start here: five minutes to Monday
- Skim the term at a glance on the next page.
- Print the lesson you need (plan, worksheet, cards).
- Gather everyday items under You need on the plan.
- Open the free interactive unit on your board.
- Teach from the plan: timings, prompts and answers are on one page.
No science background needed
Written for the busy generalist teacher. Plain words, common muddles, and model answers are on every plan. Safety: no open flames or boiling water unless an adult controls a warm-water step named on the plan.
The term at a glance
One lesson a week for a term. Run in order where you can.
| # | Lesson | Children learn and do | On screen |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Synthesis: two reactants combine | Explore the idea with talk, board and hands-on work | Synthesis: two reactants combine |
| 2 | Decomposition: one reactant splits | Explore the idea with talk, board and hands-on work | Decomposition: one reactant splits |
| 3 | Displacement: a swap of partners | Explore the idea with talk, board and hands-on work | Displacement: a swap of partners |
| 4 | Classify the reaction | Explore the idea with talk, board and hands-on work | Classify the reaction |
| 5 | What sets the reaction rate | Explore the idea with talk, board and hands-on work | What sets the reaction rate |
| 6 | Deeper look: Synthesis: two reactants combine | Explore the idea with talk, board and hands-on work | Synthesis: two reactants combine |
| 7 | Deeper look: Decomposition: one reactant splits | Explore the idea with talk, board and hands-on work | Decomposition: one reactant splits |
| 8 | Deeper look: Displacement: a swap of partners | Explore the idea with talk, board and hands-on work | Displacement: a swap of partners |
| 9 | Deeper look: Classify the reaction | Explore the idea with talk, board and hands-on work | Classify the reaction |
| 10 | Show what we know | Explore the idea with talk, board and hands-on work | Reaction Types and Rates |
Curriculum links (Australian Curriculum V9)
The term teaches AC9S10U07. Lessons also work these Inquiry and Human Endeavour descriptors:
Assessment
- Every plan ends with answers and look-fors.
- The assessment kit near the front has a rubric and class checklist.
- Lesson 10 is the summative check and model task.
Materials for the whole term
One gathering session covers all ten lessons. Prefer classroom and home items. No science cupboard required. Adult handles any warm water.
| Lesson | You need |
|---|---|
| 1 | everyday classroom items named on the Day 1 plan; interactive unit open |
| 2 | everyday classroom items named on the Day 2 plan; interactive unit open |
| 3 | everyday classroom items named on the Day 3 plan; interactive unit open |
| 4 | everyday classroom items named on the Day 4 plan; interactive unit open |
| 5 | everyday classroom items named on the Day 5 plan; interactive unit open |
| 6 | everyday classroom items named on the Day 6 plan; interactive unit open |
| 7 | everyday classroom items named on the Day 7 plan; interactive unit open |
| 8 | everyday classroom items named on the Day 8 plan; interactive unit open |
| 9 | everyday classroom items named on the Day 9 plan; interactive unit open |
| 10 | everyday classroom items named on the Day 10 plan; interactive unit open |
Safety in one look
- No open flames, hotplates or boiling water for children.
- Adult pours warm water when a plan needs heat.
- Wipe spills; keep floors clear.
- Food allergy checks before any tasting stations.
Assessment without extra work
Lesson plans carry look-fors. Lesson 10 is summative. Use this sheet for ongoing notes.
The three levels
| Idea | Working towards | At standard | Beyond |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big idea | names an example with help | explains the unit idea in Year 10 words | applies the idea to a new example |
| Evidence | guess only | links a claim to something observed or measured | compares two pieces of evidence |
| Science words | everyday words only | uses unit words correctly | explains a word to a partner |
| Inquiry habit | follows steps with support | plans or records with the scaffolds | improves a plan after a first try |
Class observation checklist
| Name | Idea | Evidence | Words |
|---|---|---|---|
A tick a lesson is plenty.
Word wall cards
Cut out and build the wall as words arrive across the term.
notice with our senses
write or draw what we found
a good guess with a reason
change one thing, keep the rest the same
what we measured or saw
something that happens again
a feature we can observe
a push or a pull
what something is made of
where a living thing lives
a pattern that goes round again
say what the evidence shows
Dear families
This term in science, Year 10 explores reaction types and rates. We use observation, simple tests and clear science words. Ask: What did you notice today? What evidence did you use?
Try this at home
- Talk about a pattern you both notice outdoors or in the kitchen.
- Ask for one science word from the week and use it in a sentence.
- Draw a simple diagram of something they investigated.
Warm regards,
The Year 10 team
seegongsik.com/au/y10/chemical/AC9S10U07/pack
Synthesis: two reactants combine
Children explore “Synthesis: two reactants combine” with talk, the board picture, and a short paper task. About 60 minutes, or two 30-minute sessions.
We are learning to
- explain the idea behind synthesis: two reactants combine in Year 10 words,
- use the board picture to check our thinking,
- record an example with evidence.
Success criteria
- I can show one clear example of today’s idea.
- I can say the idea in a short science sentence.
You need
- interactive unit open on “Synthesis: two reactants combine” when available,
- worksheet (next sheet), one per child,
- optional cut-out cards or exit tickets (third sheet).
Lesson flow (about 60 minutes)
| 10 min | Hook Quick oral examples linked to the unit story. Ask: “What do you already know that might help today?” |
| 15 min | On the board Open “Synthesis: two reactants combine”. Step the controls while children predict. Ask: “What changed? What stayed the same?” |
| 20 min | Worksheet Children complete the sheet. Circulate for the muddles listed below. |
| 15 min | Share and exit Two children share. Class finishes the exit sentence. Ask: “In one sentence, what was today’s idea?” |
Split point: after On the board. Session B is worksheet and share.
Watch for
- Skipping the board and only copying answers -- bring them back to the picture.
- Correct answer with no explanation -- ask how do you know?
Make it easier, make it bigger
- Easier: complete the first two worksheet items together.
- Bigger: invent one new example for a partner to solve.
Answers and look-fors
- Meeting the idea sounds like a clear sentence about synthesis: two reactants combine.
- Drawings or numbers match the board story.
Synthesis: two reactants combine
Use the board picture. Show your thinking with words or drawings.
Exit tickets
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Look-for: a science idea plus something observed or measured.
Decomposition: one reactant splits
Children explore “Decomposition: one reactant splits” with talk, the board picture, and a short paper task. About 60 minutes, or two 30-minute sessions.
We are learning to
- explain the idea behind decomposition: one reactant splits in Year 10 words,
- use the board picture to check our thinking,
- record an example with evidence.
Success criteria
- I can show one clear example of today’s idea.
- I can say the idea in a short science sentence.
You need
- interactive unit open on “Decomposition: one reactant splits” when available,
- worksheet (next sheet), one per child,
- optional cut-out cards or exit tickets (third sheet).
Lesson flow (about 60 minutes)
| 10 min | Hook Quick oral examples linked to the unit story. Ask: “What do you already know that might help today?” |
| 15 min | On the board Open “Decomposition: one reactant splits”. Step the controls while children predict. Ask: “What changed? What stayed the same?” |
| 20 min | Worksheet Children complete the sheet. Circulate for the muddles listed below. |
| 15 min | Share and exit Two children share. Class finishes the exit sentence. Ask: “In one sentence, what was today’s idea?” |
Split point: after On the board. Session B is worksheet and share.
Watch for
- Skipping the board and only copying answers -- bring them back to the picture.
- Correct answer with no explanation -- ask how do you know?
Make it easier, make it bigger
- Easier: complete the first two worksheet items together.
- Bigger: invent one new example for a partner to solve.
Answers and look-fors
- Meeting the idea sounds like a clear sentence about decomposition: one reactant splits.
- Drawings or numbers match the board story.
Decomposition: one reactant splits
Use the board picture. Show your thinking with words or drawings.
Exit tickets
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Look-for: a science idea plus something observed or measured.
Displacement: a swap of partners
Children explore “Displacement: a swap of partners” with talk, the board picture, and a short paper task. About 60 minutes, or two 30-minute sessions.
We are learning to
- explain the idea behind displacement: a swap of partners in Year 10 words,
- use the board picture to check our thinking,
- record an example with evidence.
Success criteria
- I can show one clear example of today’s idea.
- I can say the idea in a short science sentence.
You need
- interactive unit open on “Displacement: a swap of partners” when available,
- worksheet (next sheet), one per child,
- optional cut-out cards or exit tickets (third sheet).
Lesson flow (about 60 minutes)
| 10 min | Hook Quick oral examples linked to the unit story. Ask: “What do you already know that might help today?” |
| 15 min | On the board Open “Displacement: a swap of partners”. Step the controls while children predict. Ask: “What changed? What stayed the same?” |
| 20 min | Worksheet Children complete the sheet. Circulate for the muddles listed below. |
| 15 min | Share and exit Two children share. Class finishes the exit sentence. Ask: “In one sentence, what was today’s idea?” |
Split point: after On the board. Session B is worksheet and share.
Watch for
- Skipping the board and only copying answers -- bring them back to the picture.
- Correct answer with no explanation -- ask how do you know?
Make it easier, make it bigger
- Easier: complete the first two worksheet items together.
- Bigger: invent one new example for a partner to solve.
Answers and look-fors
- Meeting the idea sounds like a clear sentence about displacement: a swap of partners.
- Drawings or numbers match the board story.
Displacement: a swap of partners
Use the board picture. Show your thinking with words or drawings.
Exit tickets
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Look-for: a science idea plus something observed or measured.
Classify the reaction
Children explore “Classify the reaction” with talk, the board picture, and a short paper task. About 60 minutes, or two 30-minute sessions.
We are learning to
- explain the idea behind classify the reaction in Year 10 words,
- use the board picture to check our thinking,
- record an example with evidence.
Success criteria
- I can show one clear example of today’s idea.
- I can say the idea in a short science sentence.
You need
- interactive unit open on “Classify the reaction” when available,
- worksheet (next sheet), one per child,
- optional cut-out cards or exit tickets (third sheet).
Lesson flow (about 60 minutes)
| 10 min | Hook Quick oral examples linked to the unit story. Ask: “What do you already know that might help today?” |
| 15 min | On the board Open “Classify the reaction”. Step the controls while children predict. Ask: “What changed? What stayed the same?” |
| 20 min | Worksheet Children complete the sheet. Circulate for the muddles listed below. |
| 15 min | Share and exit Two children share. Class finishes the exit sentence. Ask: “In one sentence, what was today’s idea?” |
Split point: after On the board. Session B is worksheet and share.
Watch for
- Skipping the board and only copying answers -- bring them back to the picture.
- Correct answer with no explanation -- ask how do you know?
Make it easier, make it bigger
- Easier: complete the first two worksheet items together.
- Bigger: invent one new example for a partner to solve.
Answers and look-fors
- Meeting the idea sounds like a clear sentence about classify the reaction.
- Drawings or numbers match the board story.
Classify the reaction
Use the board picture. Show your thinking with words or drawings.
Exit tickets
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Look-for: a science idea plus something observed or measured.
What sets the reaction rate
Children explore “What sets the reaction rate” with talk, the board picture, and a short paper task. About 60 minutes, or two 30-minute sessions.
We are learning to
- explain the idea behind what sets the reaction rate in Year 10 words,
- use the board picture to check our thinking,
- record an example with evidence.
Success criteria
- I can show one clear example of today’s idea.
- I can say the idea in a short science sentence.
You need
- interactive unit open on “What sets the reaction rate” when available,
- worksheet (next sheet), one per child,
- optional cut-out cards or exit tickets (third sheet).
Lesson flow (about 60 minutes)
| 10 min | Hook Quick oral examples linked to the unit story. Ask: “What do you already know that might help today?” |
| 15 min | On the board Open “What sets the reaction rate”. Step the controls while children predict. Ask: “What changed? What stayed the same?” |
| 20 min | Worksheet Children complete the sheet. Circulate for the muddles listed below. |
| 15 min | Share and exit Two children share. Class finishes the exit sentence. Ask: “In one sentence, what was today’s idea?” |
Split point: after On the board. Session B is worksheet and share.
Watch for
- Skipping the board and only copying answers -- bring them back to the picture.
- Correct answer with no explanation -- ask how do you know?
Make it easier, make it bigger
- Easier: complete the first two worksheet items together.
- Bigger: invent one new example for a partner to solve.
Answers and look-fors
- Meeting the idea sounds like a clear sentence about what sets the reaction rate.
- Drawings or numbers match the board story.
What sets the reaction rate
Use the board picture. Show your thinking with words or drawings.
Exit tickets
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Look-for: a science idea plus something observed or measured.
Deeper look: Synthesis: two reactants combine
Children explore “Deeper look: Synthesis: two reactants combine” with talk, the board picture, and a short paper task. About 60 minutes, or two 30-minute sessions.
We are learning to
- explain the idea behind synthesis: two reactants combine in Year 10 words,
- use the board picture to check our thinking,
- record an example with evidence.
Success criteria
- I can show one clear example of today’s idea.
- I can say the idea in a short science sentence.
You need
- interactive unit open on “Deeper look: Synthesis: two reactants combine” when available,
- worksheet (next sheet), one per child,
- optional cut-out cards or exit tickets (third sheet).
Lesson flow (about 60 minutes)
| 10 min | Hook Quick oral examples linked to the unit story. Ask: “What do you already know that might help today?” |
| 15 min | On the board Open “Deeper look: Synthesis: two reactants combine”. Step the controls while children predict. Ask: “What changed? What stayed the same?” |
| 20 min | Worksheet Children complete the sheet. Circulate for the muddles listed below. |
| 15 min | Share and exit Two children share. Class finishes the exit sentence. Ask: “In one sentence, what was today’s idea?” |
Split point: after On the board. Session B is worksheet and share.
Watch for
- Skipping the board and only copying answers -- bring them back to the picture.
- Correct answer with no explanation -- ask how do you know?
Make it easier, make it bigger
- Easier: complete the first two worksheet items together.
- Bigger: invent one new example for a partner to solve.
Answers and look-fors
- Meeting the idea sounds like a clear sentence about synthesis: two reactants combine.
- Drawings or numbers match the board story.
Deeper look: Synthesis: two reactants combine
Use the board picture. Show your thinking with words or drawings.
Exit tickets
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Look-for: a science idea plus something observed or measured.
Deeper look: Decomposition: one reactant splits
Children explore “Deeper look: Decomposition: one reactant splits” with talk, the board picture, and a short paper task. About 60 minutes, or two 30-minute sessions.
We are learning to
- explain the idea behind decomposition: one reactant splits in Year 10 words,
- use the board picture to check our thinking,
- record an example with evidence.
Success criteria
- I can show one clear example of today’s idea.
- I can say the idea in a short science sentence.
You need
- interactive unit open on “Deeper look: Decomposition: one reactant splits” when available,
- worksheet (next sheet), one per child,
- optional cut-out cards or exit tickets (third sheet).
Lesson flow (about 60 minutes)
| 10 min | Hook Quick oral examples linked to the unit story. Ask: “What do you already know that might help today?” |
| 15 min | On the board Open “Deeper look: Decomposition: one reactant splits”. Step the controls while children predict. Ask: “What changed? What stayed the same?” |
| 20 min | Worksheet Children complete the sheet. Circulate for the muddles listed below. |
| 15 min | Share and exit Two children share. Class finishes the exit sentence. Ask: “In one sentence, what was today’s idea?” |
Split point: after On the board. Session B is worksheet and share.
Watch for
- Skipping the board and only copying answers -- bring them back to the picture.
- Correct answer with no explanation -- ask how do you know?
Make it easier, make it bigger
- Easier: complete the first two worksheet items together.
- Bigger: invent one new example for a partner to solve.
Answers and look-fors
- Meeting the idea sounds like a clear sentence about decomposition: one reactant splits.
- Drawings or numbers match the board story.
Deeper look: Decomposition: one reactant splits
Use the board picture. Show your thinking with words or drawings.
Exit tickets
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Look-for: a science idea plus something observed or measured.
Deeper look: Displacement: a swap of partners
Children explore “Deeper look: Displacement: a swap of partners” with talk, the board picture, and a short paper task. About 60 minutes, or two 30-minute sessions.
We are learning to
- explain the idea behind displacement: a swap of partners in Year 10 words,
- use the board picture to check our thinking,
- record an example with evidence.
Success criteria
- I can show one clear example of today’s idea.
- I can say the idea in a short science sentence.
You need
- interactive unit open on “Deeper look: Displacement: a swap of partners” when available,
- worksheet (next sheet), one per child,
- optional cut-out cards or exit tickets (third sheet).
Lesson flow (about 60 minutes)
| 10 min | Hook Quick oral examples linked to the unit story. Ask: “What do you already know that might help today?” |
| 15 min | On the board Open “Deeper look: Displacement: a swap of partners”. Step the controls while children predict. Ask: “What changed? What stayed the same?” |
| 20 min | Worksheet Children complete the sheet. Circulate for the muddles listed below. |
| 15 min | Share and exit Two children share. Class finishes the exit sentence. Ask: “In one sentence, what was today’s idea?” |
Split point: after On the board. Session B is worksheet and share.
Watch for
- Skipping the board and only copying answers -- bring them back to the picture.
- Correct answer with no explanation -- ask how do you know?
Make it easier, make it bigger
- Easier: complete the first two worksheet items together.
- Bigger: invent one new example for a partner to solve.
Answers and look-fors
- Meeting the idea sounds like a clear sentence about displacement: a swap of partners.
- Drawings or numbers match the board story.
Deeper look: Displacement: a swap of partners
Use the board picture. Show your thinking with words or drawings.
Exit tickets
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Look-for: a science idea plus something observed or measured.
Deeper look: Classify the reaction
Children explore “Deeper look: Classify the reaction” with talk, the board picture, and a short paper task. About 60 minutes, or two 30-minute sessions.
We are learning to
- explain the idea behind classify the reaction in Year 10 words,
- use the board picture to check our thinking,
- record an example with evidence.
Success criteria
- I can show one clear example of today’s idea.
- I can say the idea in a short science sentence.
You need
- interactive unit open on “Deeper look: Classify the reaction” when available,
- worksheet (next sheet), one per child,
- optional cut-out cards or exit tickets (third sheet).
Lesson flow (about 60 minutes)
| 10 min | Hook Quick oral examples linked to the unit story. Ask: “What do you already know that might help today?” |
| 15 min | On the board Open “Deeper look: Classify the reaction”. Step the controls while children predict. Ask: “What changed? What stayed the same?” |
| 20 min | Worksheet Children complete the sheet. Circulate for the muddles listed below. |
| 15 min | Share and exit Two children share. Class finishes the exit sentence. Ask: “In one sentence, what was today’s idea?” |
Split point: after On the board. Session B is worksheet and share.
Watch for
- Skipping the board and only copying answers -- bring them back to the picture.
- Correct answer with no explanation -- ask how do you know?
Make it easier, make it bigger
- Easier: complete the first two worksheet items together.
- Bigger: invent one new example for a partner to solve.
Answers and look-fors
- Meeting the idea sounds like a clear sentence about classify the reaction.
- Drawings or numbers match the board story.
Deeper look: Classify the reaction
Use the board picture. Show your thinking with words or drawings.
Exit tickets
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Look-for: a science idea plus something observed or measured.
Show what we know
Children explore “Show what we know” with talk, the board picture, and a short paper task. About 60 minutes, or two 30-minute sessions.
We are learning to
- explain the idea behind show what we know in Year 10 words,
- use the board picture to check our thinking,
- record an example with evidence.
Success criteria
- I can show one clear example of today’s idea.
- I can say the idea in a short science sentence.
You need
- interactive unit open on “Show what we know” when available,
- worksheet (next sheet), one per child,
- optional cut-out cards or exit tickets (third sheet).
Lesson flow (about 60 minutes)
| 10 min | Hook Quick oral examples linked to the unit story. Ask: “What do you already know that might help today?” |
| 15 min | On the board Open “Show what we know”. Step the controls while children predict. Ask: “What changed? What stayed the same?” |
| 20 min | Worksheet Children complete the sheet. Circulate for the muddles listed below. |
| 15 min | Share and exit Two children share. Class finishes the exit sentence. Ask: “In one sentence, what was today’s idea?” |
Split point: after On the board. Session B is worksheet and share.
Watch for
- Skipping the board and only copying answers -- bring them back to the picture.
- Correct answer with no explanation -- ask how do you know?
Make it easier, make it bigger
- Easier: complete the first two worksheet items together.
- Bigger: invent one new example for a partner to solve.
Answers and look-fors
- Meeting the idea sounds like a clear sentence about show what we know.
- Drawings or numbers match the board story.
Show what we know
Use the board picture. Show your thinking with words or drawings.
Exit tickets
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Today I learned...
One piece of evidence was...
Look-for: a science idea plus something observed or measured.