This fully resourced lesson introduces new students to the basics of lab equipment and measurement. It is designed for Year 7 students and covers the following topics:
Different types of lab equipment
Drawing lab equipment 
How to use lab equipment safely
Measurement techniques
 
Aimed at a mixed ability class. 
 
Lesson contains (23 slides):
Teacher and technician notes: These notes provide detailed instructions on how to deliver the lesson, as well as information on the different types of lab equipment and how to use them to make measurements.
Info sheets and worksheets: These resources provide students with additional information on lab equipment and measurement.
Discussion points: These points can be used to stimulate discussion about lab equipment and measurement.
Information slides: These slides provide students with essential information about lab equipment and measurement.
Activities: These activities help students to apply their knowledge of lab equipment and measurement.
Practical using equipment to make measurements: These experiments give students hands-on experience using lab equipment to make measurements.
Demonstrate understanding task: This task allows students to demonstrate their understanding of lab equipment and measurement.
 
This lesson is the second in a series of three that introduces new students to scientific enquiry and lab safety. The other lessons in the series cover:
Lab safety 
The Bunsen burner 
 
While primarily designed for UK students with British English spellings and vocabulary, the core content and activities can be easily adapted to suit the needs of students in other countries with similar educational systems.