Unknown and Well Known
Use Crayola® Colored Pencils and Crayons to display the chemical elements of the periodical table on large, colorful information cards.
1. Research one of the first 18 elements of the periodic table. Find out its individual characteristics, such as its symbol, how heavy it is, whether it usually has a color, or if it has an odor. Find out where this element can be found in everyday items (lithium is in batteries).
2. Design a card for your element. Use Crayola® Scissors to cut a 6-inch (15 by 15 cm) square from colored construction paper. Write the element's name in large letters with Crayola Crayons. Use symbols and phrases to list the element's characteristics.
3. On the back of the card, use Crayola Colored Pencils to list where this element exists in well-known items.
4. Share information about the elements with classmates. Put all of the cards together on a table or attach magnetic tape on the back to display on a magnetic board. Work together to classify the elements according to similar properties. How many different ways can they be arranged?
Adult supervision is required for any arts & crafts project. Observe children closely and intervene as necessary to prevent potential safety problems and ensure appropriate use of arts and crafts materials. Some craft items, particularly beads and buttons, are potential choking hazards for young children. Avoid use of such small parts with children younger than 3 years. Craft items such as scissors, push pins and chenille sticks may have sharp points or edges. Avoid use of materials with sharp points by children younger than 4 years. Read all manufacturers' safety warnings before using arts and craft supplies.
Magnets—
WARNING: Only use common magnets that have a weak attractive force, for example, magnetic tape or flexible refrigerator magnets. Never use permanent, high-attractive-force magnets, for example, rare earth magnets or magnets used in motors. If the magnet is small, follow the small parts guidance. WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD—Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
Scissors—ATTENTION: The cutting edges of scissors are sharp and care should be taken whenever cutting or handling. Blunt-tip scissors should be used only by children 4 years and older. Pointed-tip scissors should be used only by children 6 years and older.
- Create your own book of the first 18 elements. Create cards on which to record information. Classify the elements yourself, using colored pencils to record your system. Punch holes and tie cards together with your organization grid on the front.
- Research the periodic table of elements. Design your own copy of the grid using metallic colors to emphasize the organizational format of periods and columns.
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