Challenges for Elementary School Students (CHESS)
Iowa City Session 1 - June 16-27, 2008
Chemistry: Solutions Galore! - 9 am-12 pm
Explore the differences between physical, chemical, and colligative properties. Perform physical and chemical…
changes, such as making volcanoes erupt, forming foam, and making soda pop explode. Learn how to test for the presence of certain chemicals, as well as experiment with acids and bases.
Instructor
Erica Wilkinson teaches chemistry at Williamsburg High School. She received her bachelor’s degree in Science Education from the University of Northern Iowa in 2004, and she is currently working on a master’s degree in school counseling through Drake University. She has also served as the science instructor for 7th and 8th grade students taking part in the Iowa Excellence program at Williamsburg Junior High. She enjoys helping students think through problems and create their own solutions, as well as providing plenty of hands-on experiences for them. Erica lives on a farm near Williamsburg with her husband, who is also a teacher. Her hobbies include reading, cooking, and gardening. This is her second year with the CHESS program.