Manipulative figure for teaching the Periodic Table and its groups

Abstract

A manipulative and playful figure of the periodic table is proposed. It is a kaleidocycle: a three-dimensional figure made from a flat template, consisting of 4 different faces that can be changed with simple movements. In this kaleidocycle, the entire periodic table has been collected, taking care of many didactic aspects and in an organized way, since its groups of elements are divided into the 4 known blocks according to the external electronic configuration. It is intended to achieve a more motivating, didactic and exciting learning of the periodic table.