Activity

Locker Lights

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Light up a locker for a more festive hallway! Scholars learn about electric currents, LEDs, and switches, then experiment with their own circuits. They use the circuits to design and build locker decorations that light up when turned on using a makeshift switch.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Create a rubric with the class before the activity
  • Have a contest to see who can make the most interesting locker decoration
Classroom Considerations
  • Activity requires a variety of materials; see the resource for a complete list
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Pros
  • Provides a possible extension activity
  • Gives some safety tips and pointers for instructors to consider
Cons
  • None
NGSS