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DS7 developed a sudden interest in learning the periodic table of elements last week. So far, he's memorizing the names and symbols and we got him some nice cards that have facts about the elements that he's studying. Looking for ideas of what to share with him to continue his interest (we know from history that we have "open windows" with him when he has a strong interest in a subject before he burns through it). Videos? Concepts? It has been a long time since either DH or I has looked at anything related to the elements... let's say 20 years. lol

Theo Gray's books.

Thank you! Somewhere, he came across the "Experiments you can do at home but probably shouldn't" title... he found it very funny and wants the book. I am more than a little scared. ;-)

The periodic table song on you tube.

p.s. his website is great. DS is going to love it!

PBS show hosted by David Pogue on the elements is fun too.

Did you see Arden on the Jimmy Kimmel show? This adorable, engaging 6-year-old recited the periodic table. On YouTube here.

There's an app version of the book Dee Dee and squishys recommended 'The Elements - a visual exploration' if you have an ipad. It's expensive at $14, though covers off the same material with a fun interface - really good to get an idea of what the elements look like (or don't). And I know exactly what you mean about the open window!

This is my son from a few years ago. The placemats are courtesy of Theo Gray. The video briefly went viral, which is why there are so many views. We had put it up for our parents to see, but I linked it in a "show off your kid" thread on another message board, and it was picked up by some web site that has a cool link of the day.

ElizabethN, your DS is too adorable and cute for words.