During the lesson, students will learn about slightly more advanced circuitry concepts such resistance, motors, and LED’s. They will conclude the lesson by creating the wiring for a helicopter. Note: See Additional Resources in this lesson's Facilitator Guide for ideas to complete this lesson with common household items. While the circuits may not be identical, students will still be able to understand the basic concepts of a circuit.
Lesson Plans for Electricity with Snap Circuits (Lesson 3 of 4): LEDs, Resistors, and Motors | Verizon Innovative Learning
Lesson
Electricity with Snap Circuits (Lesson 3 of 4): LEDs, Resistors, and Motors
Grade Level
6, 7, 8
Estimated length
2 to 3 class periods

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Objectives
- Define the following electricity words: resistor, LED, and motor.
- Build a Snap Circuits project using LEDs and resistors.
- Create a circuit for a helicopter using a motor and LEDs.
Prerequisites
Learning Outcomes
Author
J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute at Arizona State University
Technologies Involved
- Electronics Kit
- Laptop/Desktop
- Tablet
Supplies Required
- Pen or pencil
- Snap Circuits Kit
- Activity worksheet