Electrical Circuits and Components — Cornerstones curriculum project

Electrical Circuits and Components

Year 6ScienceLegacy project

This project teaches children about electrical circuits, their components and how they function. They recognise how voltage of cells affects the output of a circuit and record circuits using standard symbols.

Project scope

Electrical Circuits and Components provides a structured approach to Science, outlining key subjects and topics including:

Computing

Design and technology

Science

Topics covered

  • Cells and batteries
  • Circuits
  • Electricity

What's included

Electrical Circuits and Components is a comprehensive Science project that boasts an array of essentials including:

14 Lesson activities
29 Resources
  • Knowledge Organiser

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