The Periodic Table Puzzle
Use trends in the table to predict properties of unknown elements.
Materials
7 materials1
Curiosity question strip
1
Two-minute clip
2
Anchor chart
3
Task cards
3
Problem set
3
Countdown timer slide
4
Exit slip
Lesson plan
4 phases, 47 minGoal
Students can locate an element by group and period and predict its properties from that position.
1
Hook & warm-up
Spark curiosity with a quick prompt that connects the periodic table puzzle to what students already know.
6 min
class
Curiosity question strip
Two-minute clip
2
Direct instruction
Introduce the core ideas with a guided walkthrough and clear worked examples.
15 min
class
Anchor chart
3
Guided practice
Students apply the concept in pairs or small groups while the teacher circulates and confers.
20 min
pair
Task cards
Problem set
Countdown timer slide
4
Wrap-up & check
Consolidate the big idea and check understanding with a short exit ticket.
6 min
single
Exit slip
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Ratings & comments
The wrap-up prompt produced the best written responses I have had from this class all year.
Good bones, and the slides are clean enough to project without editing. I trimmed the discussion to fit a 45-minute period.
Not a perfect fit for my curriculum, but adapting it took twenty minutes instead of an evening.
Yes! The materials tab has a printable. Look under the practice phase.