Section outline

  • EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING legends of New Zealand by recognising Ernest Rutherford and discovering atomic theory


    Kia ora Year 9s and welcome to week 5. This week we will be learning about kiwi legend Ernest Rutherford, and exploring the atom.

    Success Criteria: 

    • I can name the components of an atom
    • I can describe the structure of the atom
    • I can draw/construct examples of different atoms
    • I can describe and give examples of elements
    • I can explain Ernest Rutherford's contribution to atomic theory
    Activities:
    1. Draw an atom task
    2. Atoms EP
    3. Fill in the blanks
    4. Construct an atom
    5. Atom and the periodic table worksheet