Chemistry Blackboard Cards – Chemical Elements 1–118

Chemistry Blackboard Cards – Chemical Elements 1–118

Visual support for teaching the periodic table in grades 7–11 🧪🧲

This printable set contains blackboard-sized cards for all 118 chemical elements, designed to make the periodic table more accessible and interactive in your classroom. Each card includes the element’s name, atomic number, and chemical symbol in a clean, easy-to-read format – perfect for whiteboard work, displays, and hands-on sorting tasks.

The cards are arranged two per A4 page and can be printed, laminated, and reused across many lessons. I’ve used them to build a large-scale classroom periodic table, support sorting games by group or period, and even for spontaneous quizzes at the board.

What’s included:

• 118 blackboard cards (PDF format)

• Each card shows: element name, chemical symbol, atomic number

• 2 cards per A4 page for easy printing

• Black-and-white, ideal for printing and possible color-coding

How it’s used in class:
These cards are great for front-of-class instruction but also work well in group activities or as a station-based task. Students can work in teams to arrange the elements in correct order, match symbols to names, or explore relationships between groups and periods. Because the design is simple and consistent, students can focus on the content rather than being distracted by layout.

The cards support visual learning and active participation. They’re especially useful for mixed-ability classes: more confident students might work from memory, while others use a printed periodic table for support. You can also let students take on teaching roles by explaining selected elements to peers at the board.

This is a practical tool for visualizing chemistry concepts – no extra prep required beyond printing and cutting. Laminate for longer use.

📍 Best wishes,
Heike from @Lernfitness

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