Understanding Atoms for Kids

What is an atom?

• A type of fruit

• The smallest unit of matter

• A kind of animal

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-1

NGSS.MS-PS1-5

What is the purpose of the periodic table?

• To show different types of animals

• To organize elements by their properties

• To display different types of food

Which of these is a fact about atoms?

• Atoms are invisible to the naked eye

• Atoms are larger than a basketball

• Atoms are made of cheese

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-1

What do we call the chart that shows all the elements?

• The Elemental Map

• The Periodic Table

• The Alphabet Chart

Which of these is an element you might find on the periodic table?

• Water

• Gold

• Bread

What is one thing atoms make up?

• Music

• All matter, like tables and chairs

• Dreams

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-1

Why is the periodic table important?

• It helps us understand the weather

• It helps us learn about different elements

• It helps us cook food

Which of these is true about the periodic table?

• It is a list of all the animals in the world

• It is a chart of all known elements

• It is a map of the stars

What do scientists use the periodic table for?

• To find treasure

• To study and understand elements

• To play games

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-5

Which of these statements is correct?

• Atoms are only found in space

• Atoms are everywhere and make up everything

• Atoms are only in water

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-1