In Atomic City, atoms stop fighting and start sharing — discover how covalent bonding creates strong, stable molecules through teamwork and story!
Power Sharing in Atomic City brings covalent bonding to life through story, visuals, and humour. In this GCSE Combined Science (AQA 8464) resource, the restless atoms of Atomic City finally discover peace — not by stealing or trading electrons, but by sharing them.
Students follow the Buddy System, where non-metals form friendships by sharing pairs of electrons to reach full outer shells. Illustrated slides and dot-and-cross diagrams show how molecules like water (H₂O), oxygen (O₂), and carbon dioxide (CO₂) are built through single, double, and triple covalent bonds.
“The Science Behind the Story” panels explain the Octet Rule, 2,8,8,2 electron configuration, and how covalent bonds create stability. The resource also explores simple molecular and giant covalent structures — from soft graphite to hard diamond and silicon dioxide — with clear GCSE explanations of properties and bonding strength.
Perfect for KS4 lessons, revision, or storytelling hooks before teaching bonding — it combines clarity, creativity, and curriculum precision to make covalent bonding unforgettable.
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