Learning objectives
- To construct an electrical circuit.
- Working scientifically: To draw a scientific diagram.
Success criteria
- I can identify components in a circuit.
- I can
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National curriculum
Science
Electricity
Pupils should be
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Cross-curricular links
English
Spoken language
Pupils should
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
Recap and recall
Display the Presentation: Appliance odd one out and ask the children to discuss which image is the odd one out in each horizontal row and explain their reasons.
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Adaptive teaching
Pupils needing extra support
Could use the Activity: Circuit symbol cut and stick (support) to reduce the amount of writing in the lesson.
Pupils working at greater depth
Should try to explain the benefits of using set, scientific symbols; should explain why each circuit will or will not work.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Pupils with secure understanding indicated by: identifying and drawing simplified electric circuit
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Vocabulary definitions
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battery/cell
A portable power supply that transfers electrical energy to an appliance.
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bulb
An electrical device that gives off light.
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Maintained by: Kapow Primary team
Last update: 8th October, 2024
