Q.U.I.N.N.
Quantum Understanding and Interactive Navigation for Newbies
Junior physics worksheet – teacher notes

Introduction
The Standard Model explains physical properties of matter including mass and charge. Learning 
about the properties and interactions of the elementary particles of The Standard Model is feasible 
for junior secondary students and is a critical gateway to understanding developments in modern 
physics.

Learning objectives - students will:
•identify basic subatomic particles and their properties
•connect particle physics to everyday phenomena
•develop scientific inquiry skills
•understand the nature of scientific discovery.

Success criteria - students should be able to: 
•name and describe basic particles
•explain at least one fundamental force
•design and describe a simple investigation
•connect particle physics to daily life
•ask relevant scientific questions
•work collaboratively in investigations.

Differentiation strategies
Entry level support
•provide visual or tactile aids
•use analogies to everyday objects
•encourage collaborative work
•supply structured investigation templates.

Extension activities
•independent research projects
•peer teaching opportunities
•complex pattern identification
•open-ended investigations.

Cross-Curricular Connections
•Mathematics: calculations and proportions
•History: scientific discoveries timeline
•English: scientific communication
•Digital Technologies: research skills and 
presentations
•Art: particle visualisation and modelling.

Community engagement
•share online resources for family exploration
•connect to local science centres or universities
•organise virtual meetings with scientists.