No matter how carefully a lab is prepared, chemistry experiments occasionally fail. Reactions stall, expected observations never appear, and suddenly the class is trying to figure out what went wrong. Failed chemistry experiments can feel stressful and frustrating, especially when class time, materials, and prep are involved. But here’s the good news: a failed lab…
Category: Teaching Tips
Chemistry is a subject best learned through curiosity, exploration, and discovery—but teaching it at home can feel intimidating when concepts become abstract or unfamiliar. CHEMcademy shares practical teaching tips, explanations, and strategies to help homeschool families make chemistry approachable, engaging, and meaningful for every learner.
The Reason I Test My Labs First
There’s nothing more aggravating as a Chemistry teacher than planning an awesome lab… and having the reaction flop. You’ve spent time prepping materials, reviewing safety procedures, and building excitement. Students are ready. Goggles are on. You give the signal—and then… nothing. No color change. No bubbles. No reaction. Just 25 pairs of eyes staring at…


