Focused Science Practice
Elements & Properties (ELL)
Practice Tier 2 and Tier 3 vocabulary for elements, the Periodic Table, and physical properties. All activities reuse the same ELL-friendly definitions.
Standards
This vocabulary is written to support WIDA's Standard 4 (Science) English Language Development standard.
This focused set may include extension vocabulary. Use the science unit linked above for the current course word list and grade placement.
Beginner ELL Core Idea
- Matter has properties.
- Heat can change matter.
- Mass stays the same.
Spelling (Listen + Type)
Hear each Elements word and practice spelling it.
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Vocabulary Match
Match Elements vocabulary words to their meanings.
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Flashcards
Flip through Elements terms and definitions.
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Drag-and-Drop Match-Up
Drag each term onto the correct definition.
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Picture Match
Flip cards two at a time to find each term and its match.
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Multiple Choice Quiz
Choose the correct definition for each word.
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Type the Term
Read a definition and type the matching word.
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Speaking Cards
Practice saying each word with sentence starters.
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Group Sort
Sort Elements words into Tier 2 and Tier 3 categories.
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Sort It Out
Drag or tap each word into Tier 2 or Tier 3 — tracks your first-try accuracy.
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Find the Word
Hunt each Elements word in a letter grid, with the word list beside it.
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Guess My Element
A Guess Who-style periodic table game. Ask about period, group, and properties to find the secret element.
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Metal, Nonmetal, or Metalloid?
Classify elements using properties, table location, virtual lab evidence, and real-world uses.
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Study Guide
All terms and meanings in one table.
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All-in-One (Legacy)
Everything on one page (combined view).
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