Periodic Table: Scavenger Hunt

Get to know the periodic table with this fun scavenger hunt-themed worksheet! The periodic table is a graphical representation of all known chemical elements. Each box on the periodic table contains information about an element. This two-page worksheet begins with a labeled example and explanation for how to read and interpret the information on the periodic table. Then students will embark on a scavenger hunt to answer 10 questions about the periodic table. Using the periodic table that is included on page two, learners will need to search for and record the element or elements that match each of the given descriptions.

Perfect for back-to-school season or at the start of a physical science lesson, this two-page worksheet offers a fun and engaging way to introduce middle school students to this important chemistry resource.