Counting Protons, Electrons, and Neutrons in Spanish
Bilingual English and Spanish labels support ESL students as they use the periodic table to find protons, neutrons and electrons for elements from hydrogen to lead, plus three ions.

- Grades
- Grades 8–12, Middle School, High School
- File type
- Microsoft Word
- Subject
- Science, Chemistry
- Topic
- counting PEN, counting protons
- Resource types
- Activities
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What's inside this resource
Determining Atoms' Composition in Spanish This chemistry teaching resource assists Spanish-speaking ESL students in grades 8-12 with counting protons, electrons, and neutrons using the periodic table. Students strengthen their understanding of atomic structure and the components that form atoms. The practice problems are provided in English, with a Spanish translation underneath each question to aid comprehension. Answers are included to support student learning. Teachers can implement this versatile resource in various settings – whole class, small groups, individual practice, or homework. It was thoughtfully translated by a native bilingual AP student. Please contact the creator with any issues regarding the Spanish translations.
In the classroom
Teaching tips & learning objectives
Learning objectives
- Use atomic number to find protons and electrons in a neutral atom
- Calculate neutrons from mass number and atomic number
- Adjust the electron count for an ion's charge
Skills covered
- Reading the periodic table — students look up atomic number and mass for each listed element
- Working with ions — students find electron counts for charged chlorine, magnesium and lithium ions
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Concepts & topics
Core concepts
- Atomic structure
- Protons
- Neutrons
- Electrons
- Ions
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