We had a blast in science today!! The students got to actually make simple circuits. Not only were light bulbs being lit up in the classroom, but there were light bulbs being lit up for lots of students. They love this type of learning. I put the students into groups of three and gave them one D-cell battery, two wires, and one light bulb. They were then given the task of figuring out how to get the light bulb to light up. Each group used the information that we have been learning about electricity and applied that as they came up with solutions. I am pleased to report that all groups were successful in getting their bulbs to light up. They were all so excited and felt such a sense of accomplishment. Here are a few pictures. Even though it is difficult to see, all of the bulbs are lit in the pictures.
After building their circuit, the students illustrated their creation in their Science Journals and wrote about what they did.
It was such a productive lesson. The students helped each other to get their light bulbs to light up. It was interactive learning at its best. Next week we will be building series and parallel circuits as well as testing insulators and conductors. Stay tuned for updates on what else the students will create.
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