ALL 118 Elements of the Periodic Table: Articles w/ Questions & Answers, 6-12gr

These no-prep worksheets (with answer keys) are designed for students around 6th-12th grade. This offers reading comprehension practice while teaching about each of the 118 elements of the periodic table, including all lanthanides and actinides.

One reading comprehension, plus questions, for each element! This package contains these elements, including all Lanthanides and Actinides:

1 - Hydrogen ( H )

2 - Helium ( He )

3 - Lithium ( Li )

4 - Beryllium ( Be )

5 - Boron ( B )

6 - Carbon ( C )

7 - Nitrogen ( N )

8 - Oxygen ( O )

9 - Fluorine ( F )

10 - Neon ( Ne )

11 - Sodium ( Na )

12 - Magnesium ( Mg )

13 - Aluminum ( Al )

14 - Silicon ( Si )

15 - Phosphorus ( P )

16 - Sulfur ( S )

17 - Chlorine ( Cl )

18 - Argon ( Ar )

19 - Potassium ( K )

20 - Calcium ( Ca )

21 - Scandium ( Sc )

22 - Titanium ( Ti )

23 - Vanadium ( V )

24 - Chromium ( Cr )

25 - Manganese ( Mn )

26 - Iron ( Fe )

27 - Cobalt ( Co )

28 - Nickel ( Ni )

29 - Copper ( Cu )

30 - Zinc ( Zn )

31 - Gallium ( Ga )

32 - Germanium ( Ge )

33 - Arsenic ( As )

34 - Selenium ( Se )

35 - Bromine ( Br )

36 - Krypton ( Kr )

37 - Rubidium ( Rb )

38 - Strontium ( Sr )

39 - Yttrium ( Y )

40 - Zirconium ( Zr )

41 - Niobium ( Nb )

42 - Molybdenum ( Mo )

43 - Technetium ( Tc )

44 - Ruthenium ( Ru )

45 - Rhodium ( Rh )

46 - Palladium ( Pd )

47 - Silver ( Ag )

48 - Cadmium ( Cd )

49 - Indium ( In )

50 - Tin ( Sn )

51 - Antimony ( Sb )

52 - Tellurium ( Te )

53 - Iodine ( I )

54 - Xenon ( Xe )

55 - Cesium ( Cs )

56 - Barium ( Ba )

57 - Lanthanum ( La )

58 - Cerium ( Ce )

59 - Praseodymium ( Pr )

60 - Neodymium ( Nd )

61 - Promethium ( Pm )

62 - Samarium ( Sm )

63 - Europium ( Eu )

64 - Gadolinium ( Gd )

65 - Terbium ( Tb )

66 - Dysprosium ( Dy )

67 - Holmium ( Ho )

68 - Erbium ( Er )

69 - Thulium ( Tm )

70 - Ytterbium ( Yb )

71 - Lutetium ( Lu )

72 - Hafnium ( Hf )

73 - Tantalum ( Ta )

74 - Tungsten ( W )

75 - Rhenium ( Re )

76 - Osmium ( Os )

77 - Iridium ( Ir )

78 - Platinum ( Pt )

79 - Gold ( Au )

80 - Mercury ( Hg )

81 - Thallium ( Tl )

82 - Lead ( Pb )

83 - Bismuth ( Bi )

84 - Polonium ( Po )

85 - Astatine ( At )

86 - Radon ( Rn )

87 - Francium ( Fr )

88 - Radium ( Ra )

89 - Actinium ( Ac )

90 - Thorium ( Th )

91 - Protactinium ( Pa )

92 - Uranium ( U )

93 - Neptunium ( Np )

94 - Plutonium ( Pu )

95 - Americium ( Am )

96 - Curium ( Cm )

97 - Berkelium ( Bk )

98 - Californium ( Cf )

99 - Einsteinium ( Es )

100 - Fermium ( Fm )

101 - Mendelevium ( Md )

102 - Nobelium ( No )

103 - Lawrencium ( Lr )

104 - Rutherfordium ( Rf )

105 - Dubnium ( Db )

106 - Seaborgium ( Sg )

107 - Bohrium ( Bh )

108 - Hassium ( Hs )

109 - Meitnerium ( Mt )

110 - Darmstadtium ( Ds )

111 - Roentgenium ( Rg )

112 - Copernicium ( Cn )

113 - Nihonium ( Nh )

114 - Flerovium ( Fl )

115 - Moscovium ( Mc )

116 - Livermorium ( Lv )

117 - Tennessine ( Ts )

118 - Oganesson ( Og )

Each element has a story about its discovery and offers something unique to the scientific world. Who discovered it? How did it get its name? How did we study it? Is it dangerous? What's unique about it? These passages answer these questions and can help teach your students about the significance of each element and the story behind it. Additionally, you'll find information about how its used, its properties, and anything else that's unusual.

This is an assortment of Reading Comprehension worksheets written for at least a 6th grade level. They contain a passage for each element, which is about one to two pages in length, complete with comprehension questions and critical thinking questions. They can be enjoyed by any grade level - and it's even great for adults!

It also includes a detailed answer key with example responses.

For students who might struggle, we recommend using this as a group activity. For proficient students, this makes a great individual assignment. We provide additional resources for further reading and also suggest using these to facilitate further research.

These reading passages, which cover a range of topics, can be incredibly beneficial for students (of all grades and skill levels) and teachers in several ways:

Developing Reading Skills

Improving Language Proficiency

Encouraging Critical Thinking

Building Knowledge Base

Catering to Different Learning Styles

Preparation for Standardized Tests

Fostering Classroom Discussions

You can use these worksheets in any way you see fit:

• Print them and distribute them in class
• Use them in small group settings
• Use them as a whole class discussion
• Copy and paste the passages and questions for presentations
• And various other teaching strategies.

You just can't redistribute this work as your own.

By integrating this worksheet creatively, teachers can cater to diverse learning styles, promote critical thinking, encourage research skills, and foster a deeper understanding of the topic among their students.

The worksheets include:

Text (about one page in length) of relevant information. The worksheet includes a carefully crafted passage that is accessible and captivating for students. The inclusion of relevant details, anecdotes, and key events about the topic help make the reading informative and engaging.

Questions based on the reading. They are an effective tool for reinforcing students' understanding. These questions cover a range of cognitive levels, encouraging students to recall facts, analyze information, and make connections between different aspects of the reading.

Critical thinking questions to encourage creativity and discussion. These questions, based on the reading, prompt students to reflect on broader themes. They can draw connections to contemporary issues and engage in collaborative learning experiences. Teachers can leverage these questions to facilitate insightful discussions that encourage students to express their opinions, analyze information critically, and consider multiple perspectives.

Resources for further reading and research. This supports self-directed learning and allows teachers to cater to the diverse interests of their students. It also encourages students to explore more about a topic.

This worksheet offers a comprehensive approach to teaching and learning by combining engaging text, targeted questions, additional resources, and critical thinking prompts. This aids students in developing essential academic skills and also empowers teachers to create dynamic and interactive classroom environments that foster a love for learning. Enjoy! :)