Use the finger puppets to help illustrate the different physical attributes of polymers. Click here for a printer-friendly version of the finger puppets.
Procedure Review the atomic structure of polymers - e.g., atoms, molecules, polymer chains.
Display a variety of polymers on a table in view of the class. As a large group or in small groups, list all descriptive words on the chalkboard, or on a data sheet. Students are able to choose characteristics of polymers and sort examples accordingly. Click here to return to the activities main menu.