Teacher Resource Download: Invisible Gas

Students will explore chemical reactions by combining baking soda and citric acid to create an invisible gas, carbon dioxide! They’ll observe how the gas inflates a balloon, learn how matter changes during a reaction, and connect it to real-life applications.

Included in Your Digital Resource Package:

• Lesson Plan → Step-by-step teaching guide with prompts and key questions
• Setup Instructions → Materials checklist + group setup guide
• Visual Student Instructions → Illustrated, step-by-step guide for learners
• Student Lab Report → Record observations, predictions, and results
• Assessment Rubric → Evaluates safety, observations, and explanations
• Take-Home Parent Prompt → Extend learning at home with discussion questions
• Skill-Building Focus: Scientific observation, critical thinking, and understanding chemical reactions