Table Manners for Beginners: A Civilized Introduction to the Ross Periodic Table

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The Ross Lattner IntuitivChemistry series is different! The Ross Periodic Table is a powerful new way to approach the periodic table, aimed at high school students in their first chemistry course. How does it work? Every atom of the main block elements is represented with just three features: the atomic core, the valence radius, and the valence electrons. Using only their natural intuitive reasoning, students make use of these three features to make accurate predictions of chemical behavior. Students will quickly learn these three simple concepts, and apply them to an astonishing number of chemical phenomena. Within a few days, they will accurately predict and explain the behavior of the elements covered in introductory chemistry courses. These concepts will form a strong foundation for all the chemistry you'll teach in high school. Your students will gain a level of fluency that is not possible using other approaches. As teachers and parents know, personal competency is the only reliable foundation for building self esteem and confidence. - Compatible with the emerging consensus on the nature of science.- Works with, not against, students' natural cognitive growth.- Integrates language with learning