Energy

Light boards are fun – and educational too! Include this project in your electricity unit for pure engagement. (more…)

Snap Circuits® by Elenco belong in every upper elementary classroom. These sturdy electronics kits teach kids about circuits as they play. Additionally, they get plenty of experience with switches, resistors,…

Teaching electricity becomes more effective, engaging, and fun when you use hands-on electrical circuit activities. Try these simple energy labs to electrify your elementary physics unit. (more…)

Series and parallel circuits activities teach kids about paths electricity can take. The difference is just one wire! Instead of reading about circuits, let your students build them. Tinkering with…

Teach conductors and insulators by testing everyday objects. First, build an open circuit. Second, select a variety of everyday objects to test. Then let your students get their hands on…

Simple circuits provide an essential step in learning about electricity. Don’t skip straight to series and parallel circuits. Instead, let kids tinker with batteries, bulbs and wires. They’ll discover the…

Use this battery and bulb experiment to teach kids about electrical circuits. For each pair of students, you’ll need a 1.5-volt light bulb, a battery, and a strip of aluminum…

Teaching electricity? Grab some Christmas tree lights! They provide a cheap option for testing conductors and insulators. Furthermore, if you let kids take them apart, they’ll understand circuits better. (more…)

Rechargeable batteries are a great choice for any classroom. They last longer. Additionally, they’re friendly to your budget and the environment. (more…)