The structure of an atom determines it property. Electrons are smaller and move around in the electron cloud. Electrons are negative and neutrons are neutral. Students move to the front of the room with only their book, while the Teacher moves the desks back. All students will have the opportunity to act like a proton, electron, or neutron in an atom.
Students draw a model of neon.
Look at the atomic number, that tells you what. I had to assist Ann, Amy and Ron individually when they were drawing the model of an atom. Through the process of answering my questions, these students were able to remember the composition of an atom. All students were actively participating and all students demonstrated their understanding of the atom by accurately drawing the model and labeling the electrons, protons, and neutrons. In addition, I believe that the students' with specific learning needs participation and performance increased significantly.