Compare Elements & Compounds - Student Choice Projects, MS, New TEKS 7.6A

Help your students master the difference between elements and compounds with this engaging, student-led project resource aligned with 2021 TEKS standard 7.6A.
These Student Choice Projects allow middle school learners to choose a project that matches their learning and output style, encouraging creativity, independence, and deeper understanding.

The project choice board includes six student-led project options plus a “design your own” project, giving students the freedom to demonstrate their knowledge in unique ways.
An editable grading rubric makes assessment easy for teachers, peers, or students themselves, evaluating vocabulary, key concepts, presentation, clarity, and accuracy.

Flexible, Creative, and Student-Centered

The Student Choice Projects are designed for maximum flexibility and differentiation.
Teachers can easily customize the rubric to meet grading preferences, while students enjoy multimodal options—from visual, written, and digital presentations to hands-on models or experiments.

This approach encourages critical thinking and creativity while giving students a sense of ownership over their learning.

What’s Included

• Nine project choice board options plus a “design your own” project

• Teacher Directions page with setup ideas, suggestions, and support tips

• Editable rubric pages assessing vocabulary, concepts, clarity, presentation, and accuracy

Differentiated for Every Learner

Two versions of the project page make differentiation simple and effective:

• A modified version with three scaffolded project options for students needing additional support or remediation.

• A standard version for grade-level or advanced learners, with the flexibility to assign multiple projects for enrichment—all using the same rubric for consistency.

Differentiation is built in, so you can reach every student without extra prep.

Simple Supplies, Endless Creativity

No special materials required!
The Compare Elements & Compounds Student Choice Projects use common classroom supplies like paper, markers, and scissors. Many projects can also be completed digitally, making this resource perfect for in-person or virtual classrooms.

Optional craft materials can be added for students who want to create visual models or interactive displays to compare elements and compounds in creative ways.

This is a finished product; it will be updated with corrections as needed. Future improvements and new features will be sold as a separate product.