Pupils must watch their teacher drop some small pieces of metal into water and record what happens.

I made a whackey little video about lithium ion cells that may amuse.

“Article & Questions” Assignment Assignment: Students read the Article. Students answer the Questions. *Note: This purchase includes both a PDF and WORD version of the assignment PDF: Best used in class or for homework WORD: Best for online, remote learning or uploading to Google Classroom

This infographic for A-level chemistries students briefly explains how lithium-ion batteries and related battery chemistries like sodium-ion and magnesium-ion batteries work. Due to the low abundance of lithium on Earth, lithium-ion batteries will have to be replaced by these other chemistries in the future. They do, however, work on the same principle as lithium-ion batteries, only the ions are exchanged by sodium or magnesium ions. Sodium-ion batteries are infact already used, for example in electric bikes made by the company Faradion.

Join Lillian, a vibrant and grounded Elemental Dragon, whose fabulous tail is charged with the whimsical powers of Lithium, the third element in the marvelous periodic table. Lillian is not just a character; she embodies the essence of exploration and curiosity. As you embark on this magical journey with her, get ready for a whirlwind of playful facts and enchanting tales that showcase the incredible realms of Lithium and its captivating wonders. Each page offers a unique blend of educational content and narrative, making complex scientific concepts accessible and fun for young readers. This book is truly a treasure trove of knowledge, offering a variety of fun activities designed to engage and inspire young minds. Whether it’s interactive experiments or creative puzzles, these activities make diving into the world of chemistry an absolute blast! Lillian’s adventures not only entertain but also encourage readers to think critically and nurture their natural curiosity about the scientific world. Lillian isn’t alone in her thrilling quest; she is just one of many extraordinary elemental friends waiting to be discovered in the other No Magic No Metal books. Readers will be introduced to an entire cast of magical creatures and fantastical characters, each brimming with personality and their own unique brand of magic. From majestic unicorns and fearsome wizards to brave knights and quirky goblins, the diverse ensemble is designed to resonate with every child’s imagination. Together, they will ignite curiosity and inspire every young reader eager to explore the enchanting world of the Magical Elements of the Periodic Table. With Lillian as your guide, each chapter unfolds like a new adventure, overflowing with excitement and knowledge. Readers will find themselves eagerly flipping through the pages, anxious to explore each new mystical element and its real-world applications. By integrating chemistry with a delightful narrative, this book makes science feel less like a subject to be learned and more like an adventure waiting to unfold. So, get ready to sprinkle a little magic on your learning journey; it’s bound to be an unforgettable ride! Filled with whimsical illustrations and engaging storytelling, this book promises to enchant young readers, making science a captivating subject rather than a daunting one. It’s destined to become a favorite addition to school libraries and cozy home bookshelves alike, cherished by all who venture into its pages. In summary, this delightful tale is not just a story; it’s an invitation to explore, learn, and dream. Dive in with Lillian and her elemental friends, and unlock the magical secrets of science in a way that’s never been done before. Let the adventure begin, as the worlds of magic and chemistry unite for a sensational experience that educates and entertains!

This PowerPoint presentation with worked examples and student questions covers: Flame tests for lithium, sodium, potassium, calcium, and copper. Electron energy levels and emitting radiation. Precipitate tests for iron(II)), iron(III), copper(II), calcium, and zinc.

Powerpoint coverig energy storage, part of the Energy resources topic. Covers peak shavig, lithium batteries, compressed gas, V2G, P2G and more.

This PowerPoint resource is a complete and engaging lesson on “Using the Earth’s Resources and Sustainable Development” for the AQA GCSE Combined Science Chemistry specification. It introduces students to the concepts of finite and renewable resources, how humans use the Earth’s natural materials, and how sustainable development can ensure these resources are available for future generations. The lesson also explores how chemistry contributes to sustainability by developing synthetic alternatives and cleaner technologies. The resource begins with a clear starter activity that revises key prior knowledge, including carbon footprints, fossil fuels, and changes in Earth’s atmosphere. It then moves into detailed explanations and tasks focused on natural resource use, the distinction between renewable and finite resources, and the role of chemistry in creating sustainable solutions. Students are encouraged to categorise resources, analyse graphs, and work with real-world data, including orders of magnitude calculations based on lithium reserve statistics—developing both subject knowledge and numeracy skills. The PowerPoint includes multiple discussion prompts, structured tasks, and challenge questions that are ideal for classwork, homework, or assessment preparation. Real-world contexts like fossil fuel use, synthetic fibres, and global demand for lithium make the topic relevant and up to date. This resource was last updated in June 2025 to ensure alignment with current examples and the most recent AQA specification. Designed specifically for the AQA GCSE Combined Science Chemistry, this PowerPoint file (.pptx) is ready to use in class or to support blended learning and revision. Key terms include sustainability, finite resources, renewable energy, fossil fuels, synthetic materials, and carbon footprint.

Geography Case Study Lithium is key to green technologies. The “Lithium Triangle” of Argentina, Bolivia and Chile, holds most of the world’s lithium reserves. Chinese businesses face allegations of the violation of the rights of local communities, damage to ecosystems and unsafe working conditions. Argentinian lithium miners surrounded their Chinese managers’ compound and blockaded the entrance with flaming tyres. This resource includes a variety of lesson activities to pick and choose: Which Geography keyword is the ODD ONE OUT? 5Ws &1H about Tesla Motors and Elon Musk 5Ws &1H about a photo of lithium salt mounds In which photo would you be most likely to … meet a worker whose health is at risk? Critical Thinking: write THREE sentences to LINK these four images (technology: manufacturing, sales, use, waste) Worksheet and data to construct a dot distribution map of China’s lithium mines around the World PQE: China’s Lithium Mines - worksheet to analyse the dot distribution map using critical thinking (Patterns, Quantify, Exceptions) Several slides for screen projection: encourages class evaluation of the positives vs negatives of dot distribution Slide showing annotated map of Global North vs Global South - encourages analysis of correlation between lithium mining and socio-economic development Link to video: “Argentina indigenous groups protest against lithium mining” Concept Map: The Lithium Triangle (35 snippets of info, to be colour-coded according to Locations, Causes, Effects, Management, Supporting Data) The concept map info can then be used for: Thought Chains: The Lithium Triangle - complete the scaffolding to complete six pieces of analysis… “Chinese firms have been buying lithium mines in South America because…” “The lithium mining industry in South America is SOCIALLY unsustainable because…” “The lithium mining industry in South America is ECONOMICALLY unsustainable because…” “The lithium mining industry in South America is ENVIRONMENTALLY unsustainable because…” “Electric car makers buy Chinese lithium-ion batteries because…” “Electric cars are not yet completely sustainable because…” Geography Web: The Lithium Triangle Pupils link feature and analyse the connections between the Lithium Triangle and China, Argentina’s government, indigenous people, Tesla Motors TEACHERS’ BACKGROUND INFORMATION sheets (x3) with links to relevant articles and original BBC News story

This worksheet is intended for use during or after a teacher demonstrates (or shows a video) of the reaction of lithium, sodium and potassium with water.

A tutorial used along with a demonstration of the reactions of Lithium, Sodium and Potassium with water. Includes assessment opportunities

This resource includes a presentation and a worksheet on demonstration of reaction between alkali metals (lithium, sodium and potassium) and water. This also contains starter and some follow up questions with answers.

Student workbook and teacher PP. The following concepts are being covered: Pollutants from using fossil fuels- review. Primary cells – description, examples – Zinc cells, deducing the overall cell reaction. Secondary cells -description, examples- lithium ion and lithium -ion polymer cell, deducing the overall cell reaction when the cell is discharging and when being charged. Fuel cells – description, structure and reactions for an alkali hydrogen cell and an acid hydrogen cell. Teacher PP supports the workbook and contains answers to all questions. The answers are revealed in steps. There are many activites to allow the students to achieve the learning outcomes for this topic. The resource was prepared with the use of A Level Chemistry for OCR A textbooks. Some diagrams and some questions were taken from this book.

Word searches are great activities to help students memorise key terms. I personally like to start every new topic with one of these so students can start identifying key words they need to be aware of. Worksheet with pictures, worksheet without pictures and solution are provided. Words used are as follows: BERYLLIUM BORON CARBON CHLORINE COPPER GOLD HELIUM HYDROGEN IODINE IRON LEAD LITHIUM MAGNESIUM NEON NITROGEN POTASSIUM SILVER SODIUM SULPHUR ZINC Enjoy!

Revision cards for the AQA specification. Covers flame tests (sodium, calcium, lithium, potassium and copper), precipitates (iron(II), iron(III), copper(II), magnesium, calcium, aluminium, sulfates, halides) and tests for gases (hydrogen, oxygen, carbon dioxide and chlorine). Print double-sided to get flash cards.

Sheet for students to fill in the reactivity series for notes. Includes carbon and hydrogen, and spaces for potassium, sodium, lithium, calcium, magnesium, aluminium, zinc, iron, copper, silver, gold. Could also be annotated with extra information about methods of extracting metals, reactions etc in a summary activity.

This is a set of questions about the bonding in lithium fluoride. For a bit of fun it treats the process as a date between two elements on an internet dating site. It was inspired by the fabulous Kate and Anna McGarrigle's NaCl song which can be found on You Tube. Lots of other free resources are available at the Rocket Resources web site.

A great way to help teach and learn important terminology. This 20 word crossword will challenge pupils on their knowledge of chemical symbols. These are some of the most commonly used elements that come up in secondary/high school so are important for students to know. Included is the crossword with pictures, crossword without pictures and the solution. Words used are as follows: BERYLLIUM BORON CARBON CHLORINE COPPER GOLD HELIUM HYDROGEN IODINE IRON LEAD LITHIUM MAGNESIUM NEON NITROGEN POTASSIUM SILVER SODIUM SULPHUR ZINC Enjoy!

Designed for IB Chemistry HL but can be used in any syllabus where the Born-Haber cycle is taught. There are two versions of the game: one for barium chloride and one for lithium chloride. Each one contains cards for each enthalpy change, their values, and species with state symbols, plus arrows and two " X2" cards to indicate that the enthalpy change occurs twice. It comes with instructions for students and for the teacher.

A great way to help teach and learn important terminology. This 10 word crossword will challenge pupils on their knowledge of common gas and flame tests. This is aimed at GCSE/high school level. Included is the crossword with pictures, crossword without pictures and the solution. Words used are as follows: AMMONIA CALCIUM CARBONDIOXIDE CHLORINE GREEN HYDROGEN LITHIUM OXYGEN POTASSIUM SODIUM Enjoy!

Describe the Periodic Table as a method of classifying elements and its use to predict properties of elements. Describe the change from metallic to nonmetallic character across a period. Describe and explain the relationship between Group number, number of outer shell electrons and metallic/non-metallic character. Describe lithium, sodium and potassium in Group I as a collection of relatively soft metals showing a trend in melting point, density and reaction with water. Predict the properties of other elements in Group I, given data, where appropriate