Electricity

In this unit we will be exploring the connections between electricty and magnetism. We will be making simple circuits and learning about electrical safety.


Van De Graaff Generator

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Knaack - Period 1
Harrell - Period 2
Knaack - Period 2
Knaack - Period 3
Knaack - Period 5

Electricity Company Radio Commercials

Electromagnets
Relationship Magnetism/Electricity
Batteries
Static Electricity
Energy Transfers
Measurement
Safety
Exploratorium
Van De Graaff  - How Stuff Works
Resourses
Circuit Parts
Misconceptions

Period 1-Knaack
BKBG Energy
EneryCat
Spark Be Gone
Sunlight Energy
Victor Power


Period 2 -Knaack
Energy Rex
High Voltage
MDCA
NGE
Surge
Period 3-Knaack
Bright Inc.
Electrical Charge
IMCO
MADD
SMRS



Period 5 -Knaack
High Voltage II
Polo
Rocket
S and E Electric
TPE

Benchmarks

IV.1.MS.5 Construct simple circuits and explain how they work in terms of the flow of current.
IV.1.MS.6 Investigate electrical devices and explain how they work, using instructions and appropriate safety precautions.
IV.3.MS.3 Describe the non-contact forces exerted by magnets, electrically charged objects, and gravity.