I created this periodic table poster several years ago. I used it both when I taught physical science and chemistry.

Here’s what it looked like in my classroom:

You might also be interested in my How to Read the Periodic Table foldable I created for my students’ interactive notebooks.
Free Download of How to Read the Periodic Table Poster
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More Resources for Teaching the Periodic Table
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- How Many Elements Can You Name Quiz
- Periodic Table of Mistakes Dry Erase Activity
- Chemistry Gossip Activity
- Periodic Table License Plate Project
- Chemical Symbol Foldable
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- Periodic Table War
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- Periodic Table of the Elements Project
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