In celebration of the International Year of the Periodic Table, explore the chemical elements with your students using these innovative and interactive resources and articles
Enthuse students with the history and development of the periodic table by using this engaging and interactive classroom activity. It can be differentiated to varying abilities and adapted to different levels or specifications
An exciting take on an important topic – periodic table bingo is a fun and engaging way to learn about the elements, their symbols and their uses. It can be differentiated to varying abilities and adapted to different levels or specifications
Visualise the abstract topic of atomic structure with an interactive simulation. The activity sheet gives a structured plan which can be used to focus independent exploration
Discover the elements through videos, podcasts, data trends and uses
This fact-filled, image-rich app is the only periodic table you need. Ideal if you're a student, teacher or just have an interest in the chemical sciences. Available on iOS and Android
Have fun with the elements and their properties: each of these 30 game cards represents one element, with data on its melting point, density, price, discovery date and atom size
Get two for the price of one with this double-sided periodic table poster. Choose from a bold, colour-coded version, emphasising readability and clarity, and a visual version with fascinating element artwork. Or alternate them to display both!
Heat a known mass of two metals to produce their oxides and determine their relative atomic masses.
Assessment for Learning is an effective way of actively involving students in their learning. Each session plan comes with suggestions about how to organise activities and worksheets that may be used with students.
In association with Compound Interest
In association with Nuffield Foundation
In association with Nuffield Foundation
Six more puzzles to challenge and enthuse your students
How to encourage your pupils to use it as a resource
Because students familiar with the table’s development and structure make better chemists
Introduce students to its structure and order
Don’t teach the periodic table by rote
How to do it safely
How to generate your own white phosphorus for a fiery oxidation demonstration
Declan Fleming presents a beautiful demonstration with lots of teaching potential