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Franklin's Lab

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Get energized! Circuitry scholars follow the path of energy from its beginnings as a fossil fuel all the way to bulbs and batteries using an interesting interactive. Groups or individuals help Ben Franklin discover how to convert and store energy without using a kite and key.

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CCSS: Adaptable NGSS: Adaptable
Concepts
benjamin franklin, coal energy, oil, fossil fuels, non-renewable energy, non-renewable resources, electric circuits, watts, appliances, energy transformation, batteries
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Additional Tags
science
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Instructional Ideas
  • Have circuit kits on hand for learners to examine the circuit components in the interactive
  • Ask groups to brainstorm other fossil fuels people create like they do coal and oil
Classroom Considerations
  • The class should be somewhat familiar with fossil fuels and circuit diagrams before beginning the activity
Pros
  • The interactive accomodates up to four students at a time
  • Hands-on activities are fun and engaging
Cons
  • There are a few spelling errors throughout the interactive