Key Stage Two : Science : Electricity
This science scheme of work for Key Stage Two gets the children to devise and construct different electrical circuits that can be used to control electrical devices for a range of specific functions in a family home. The class can select circuits that can be used to solve problems.
Devise and construct different electrical circuits that can be used to control electrical devices for a range of specific functions in a family home
Lesson One : Circuit Symbols
Practise using the correct symbols to record the structure and layout of electrical circuits
Lesson Two : Repairing Circuits
Identify and record different ways of repairing broken circuits by changing and adding components
Lesson Three : Lighting Bulbs
Create and build a range of different circuits to light bulbs and use other electrical components
Lesson Four : Households
Explore different ways of building electrical circuits to power a range of household devices
Lesson Five : Bedroom Alarm
Devise and test electrical circuits that can be used as a pressure switch for a warning signal
Lesson Five : Using Motors
Devise and test different electrical circuits using motors to complete a range of specific functions
Electricity Assessment
Assess the children’s abilities in devising and constructing different electrical circuits that can be used to control electrical devices
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