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Static Cling ActivityStatic Cling Activity
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Museum of Science
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K - 6th
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Static Cling

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Cling to a lesson on static electricity. Pupils take part in experiments where they see how paper from hole punchers, packing peanuts, puffed rice cereal, and other items react when placed near a rubbed balloon. They learn how electrons and electric charges play a role in this phenomenon.

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Concepts

static electricity, balloons, electric charge, electrons

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Have the class create graphic organizers to summarize the results of the investigation

Classroom Considerations

  • Familiarity with static electricity is necessary
  • Some prior preparation (setting up learning stations) is required for the activity

Pros

  • Provides a video that shows the experimental process and explains the science
  • Includes an optional extension activity

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  • None

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