Building Electrical Circuits
Grade 5th Grade · Science · 30 min· Ngss 4-ps3-2
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can build a simple electrical circuit.
Warm-Up Video
SciShow Kids · 4:42
The Power of Circuits! | Technology for Kids | SciShow Kids
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
Electricity flows from a battery to a light bulb along a path called a circuit.
- 2
A circuit needs to be complete, meaning there can't be any spaces in the path, for electricity to flow.
- 3
A switch can be used to break a circuit, creating a space that stops the flow of electricity and turns off the light.
Practice Questions
3 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Draw a picture of a simple circuit. Label the battery, wire, and light bulb. Show with arrows which way the electricity flows.”
Teacher Guide
Get the complete package:
- Answer keys for all questions
- Differentiation strategies
- Extension activities
- Printable student handouts
