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Let's Light up a Light Bulb

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Third graders investigate electricity.  In this electricity lesson, 3rd graders observe a familiar battery-operated toy and brainstorm reasons why and how the battery works.  Students work in pairs to explore batteries, bulbs, and wires, noting what type of connection makes the light bulb work.  Students discuss possible connections and relationships as a whole group and complete a related worksheet.

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electric circuits, electricity, conductivity, light bulbs

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conductivity, dry cell battery, electric circuit, electricity, light bulbs, science
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Grade
3rd
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Science
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For Teacher Use
Duration
45 mins
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning

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