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How Did Humans Discover Fire?
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Discussion
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Video LessonsHow Did Humans Discover Fire?
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Experiments and ActivitiesThe Fire Triangle
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How to Put a Fire Out
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Can Metal Burn?
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Make Your Own Fire Extinguisher
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Jumping Flames
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Fire Projects & Further Research
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AnswersAnswer Key: How Did Humans Discover Fire?
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Planning & Materials
For this lesson, you’ll prep 6 activities that will explore the chemistry of fire. You can do all of the activities back to back or split them up over multiple sessions. Many of the activities involve flames, so you’ll want access to the fire safety requirements listed with each relevant activity. The printable materials should be cut out before you start the lesson.
Activity durations vary based on learning pace, depth of exploration, and potential side quests. The following are approximate times for planning:
| Lesson Section | Approximate Time |
|---|---|
| Discussion | 10 minutes |
| Video – How Did Humans Discover Fire? | 10 minutes |
| Activity – The Fire Triangle | 5 minutes |
| Experiment – How to Put a Fire Out | 25 minutes + questions & journal time |
| Experiment – Can Metal Burn? | 15 minutes + questions & journal time |
| Experiment – Make Your Own Fire Extinguisher | 30 minutes + questions & journal time |
| Experiment – Jumping Flames | 5 minutes + questions & journal time |
| Activity – Fire Projects & Further Research | Varies |
| Item | Quantity |
|---|---|
| 9-volt battery | 1 |
| Baking soda | 2 tsp (10 mL) |
| Balloon | 1 |
| Candle | 1 |
| Clay (oven-safe) | 1 piece |
| Contained fireproof surface | 1 |
| Cups (glass) | 2 |
| Empty bottle (small) | 1 |
| Fine-grade steel wool (0000 grade works best) | 1 |
| Long lighters | 2 |
| Matches | 12 |
| Timer | 1 |
| Vinegar | 4 tsp (20 mL) |
| Water | 1 cup |