Chemistry for the gifted and talented: odd one out (organic)

This activity should encourage a rapid consideration of the range of concepts met in organic chemistry.

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Chemistry for the gifted and talented book introduction

Chemistry for the gifted and talented is a refreshingly challenging educational book containing a wide range of differentiated activities for use in school and college.
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Bonding models | Stretch and challenge | 14–16 years

By Tim Jolliff

Challenge learners to explore alternative models, using plasticine and cocktail sticks
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Creative exercises to connect concepts in organic chemistry

2025-06-30T04:48:00Z By Fraser Scott

Learn how to use purposeful prompts to encourage students to make meaningful connections between newly learned and previously covered ideas

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Chemical misconceptions II: Spot the bonding | 16–18 years

By Keith S Taber

This activity explores learners knowledge of different bonding types through 18 diagrams
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Decision tree: acid, base or buffer? | 16–18 years

By Catherine Smith

Help learners understand which equation they need to answer questions about acids, bases and buffers by scaffolding their thinking
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The structure of benzene | 16–18 years

Use this worksheet with classroom slides and card sort activity to explore the structure of benzene with your learners