Introduction to Chemical Elements
This worksheet introduces first-grade students to the basic concepts of chemical elements, atoms, and how different elements make up everything around us.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. We are learning about the tiny building blocks that make up everything around us!
What are Atoms?
Everything around us, including you, me, and this paper, is made of very tiny pieces called atoms. Atoms are like super-small building blocks! When many atoms of the same kind come together, they make an element.

1. What are the tiny building blocks that make up everything?
Rocks
Atoms
Clouds
Animals
2. When many atoms of the same kind come together, they make an .
3. Everything around us is made of very tiny pieces called .
4. Atoms are very big and easy to see.
True
False
5. Can you name something in your classroom that is made of chemical elements?
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