Lesson 1

Things that Bump, Whirr, Buzz, or Ting!

Use brainstorming techniques to identify items that use electricity.

Lesson 2

What Would You Do If....

Reinforces ideas behind electrical safety rules presented in the Electric Universe.

Lesson 3

What Do You Think Happens Next?

Effective after discussions/research of famous inventors and inventions; reinforces the importance of electricity in the lives of students.

Lesson 4

Creative Thinking

"How many varied and unusual ways can you think of to...?"

Engages students in imaginative and creative thinking; lends itself to "invention conventions" or brain "olympiads" where students use found objects to construct a product.

Moving Electrons with a Magnet

A look at the forces the make up a magnetic field.

Electric Conductors and Insulators

Discusses how the flow of electrons make up electricity.

For Middle School and Older

A multi-page comprehensive look at magnetism and electricity.

Understand Circuits

Examines the streams of electrons flowing through everyday items such as batteries and toasters.