Wand Circuits
by Elizabeth Martinez-Szewczyk
In this hands-on STEM lesson, students will learn about basic electrical circuits by designing and building their own light-up wands. Using craft sticks, copper tape, an LED light bulb, a CR2032 battery, and electrical tape, students will explore the principles of electricity and energy transfer.
This lesson follows the 5E instructional model—Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, and Evaluate—to provide a structured learning experience. Students will engage in problem-solving, creative design, and experimentation, ultimately demonstrating their understanding of electrical circuits through a functional and personalized light-up wand.
Lesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1lR4cbQkk4JJRLoNyayiY-PRzvCYWoavl/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P4: Energy Transfer Technology 4. Innovative Designer 5. Computational Thinker Engineering S4: Apply Science to Engineering
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