Electric Circuits Targeted Grade Level -- 4 Developed by National Science Resource Center Distributed by Carolina Biological Supply Company

Electric Circuits Module Overview

This unit introduces students to the properties and uses of electricity through hands-on explorations of wires, batteries, bulbs, and switches. Students learn about the function of key components of electrical systems such as circuits, diodes, and insulation. They learn to wire a simple circuit, construct a circuit tester, build a simple switch, and read a circuit diagram. They apply troubleshooting strategies to make an incomplete circuit complete. In culminating activities, the students apply what they have learned to design and build a flashlight and to wire a cardboard-box house.

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Initially designed by Pat Lann, Athens City Schools, and Kay Walker, Gordon-Bibb Elementary School, Decatur City Schools. Please address comments or questions to hasp@dcs.edu

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