Above you can see the model of an atom. Challenge your third grade scientist with these questions about it:
What is the center of an atom is called? (The nucleus)
What is inside the nucleus? (Protons and neutrons)
What is moving around the outside of the nucleus. (Electrons)
Describe the charge of electrons and protons. (Electrons have a negative charge. Protons have a positive charge.)
To end our lesson, we sang this really fun song. It is sung to the tune of "The Adams Family" theme song. I asked your third grader to teach you the song tonight! Have fun!