
Transform periodic table learning into an exciting detective game! This “Element Detective” activity engages students in Grades 7-10 with 20 interactive element riddles that make chemistry fun and memorable.
This ready-to-use printable resource combines critical thinking with essential chemistry knowledge. Students become element detectives using clues about properties, uses, and symbols to identify each element and draw its chemical symbol. Perfect for introducing the periodic table, review sessions, or science centers!
What’s Included:
20 Element Riddles: Each element includes 5 clues covering properties, history, uses, and more
Symbol Drawing Activity: Reinforce learning by drawing each element’s chemical symbol
Print-Ready PDF: 11-page packet with clean layout, ideal for individual or group work
Differentiated Learning: Clues progress from general to specific to support all learners
Key Learning Objectives:
Periodic table organization and element properties
Chemical symbols and element identification
Real-world applications of elements
Critical thinking and deductive reasoning skills
Atomic structure and element classification
Ideal For:
Grades 7-10 Science & Chemistry Classes
Home school Middle School Curriculum
Science Centers & Group Activities
Test Prep & Periodic Table Review
Substitute Teacher Plans
Why Teachers Choose This Resource:
Instant Engagement: Game-based format turns learning into a challenge
No Prep Needed: Print and use immediately
Standards-Aligned: Covers key chemistry curriculum standards
Flexible Use: Perfect for warm-ups, reviews, or full lessons
Visual & Kinesthetic: Combines reading, reasoning, and drawing
Make chemistry click for your students add this interactive element game to your classroom today!
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