Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will understand the basics of chemistry through fun activities related to Hannah Montana.

Materials and Prep

• Water
• Baking soda
• Vinegar
• Food coloring
• Small containers or cups
• Measuring spoons
• A Hannah Montana poster or image

No prior knowledge is required for this lesson.

Activities

1. Create a volcano eruption:

   • Place a small container on a flat surface.
   • Add 1 tablespoon of baking soda to the container.
   • Add a few drops of food coloring to the baking soda.
   • Sprinkle some water on top of the baking soda.
   • Pour vinegar into the container and watch the eruption!

2. Color-changing magic:

   • Fill two small containers halfway with water.
   • Add a few drops of different food coloring to each container.
   • Show the Hannah Montana image to the containers and observe any color changes.

Seventh Grade Talking Points

• "Chemistry is the study of matter and how it behaves."
• "In the volcano eruption activity, the baking soda and vinegar react to produce carbon dioxide gas, which creates the eruption."
• "The food coloring in the color-changing magic activity reacts with the water and changes color."
• "Chemical reactions can be exciting and create interesting effects, just like the performances of Hannah Montana."
• "Understanding chemistry can help us understand the world around us and how different substances interact."