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Fully resourced for circuits, conductors, and electrical safety | Ideal for 30–60 minute science lessons

This engaging science unit provides seven fully planned lessons that develop key knowledge of electricity and circuits in KS2. Ideal for Year 3 and beyond, this resource supports pupils in understanding how circuits function, recognising the importance of safety, and using accurate scientific vocabulary and diagrams.

What’s included:
✔ 7 clear and structured lessons with interactive PowerPoints
✔ Practical activities and hands-on circuit investigations
✔ Worksheets, diagram templates, and vocabulary resources
✔ End-of-unit assessment opportunities
✔ Focus on key knowledge and skills:

• Identifying electrical appliances and their power sources
• Constructing and recording simple series circuits
• Understanding how switches control circuits
• Exploring conductors and insulators
• Recognising and avoiding electrical hazards

Lesson overview:

1. Powering Up – Identify electrical appliances and explore power sources, including renewable energy
2. Circuit Creators – Build working circuits and draw accurate circuit diagrams
3. Circuit Models – Use models to explain circuit flow and component function
4. Circuit Troubleshooting – Identify faults in circuits and suggest fixes
5. Switching On – Understand how switches work and build circuits with them
6. Conductors and Insulators – Test materials and classify them based on conductivity
7. Staying Safe with Electricity – Learn about electrical safety, hazards, and precautions

Why this unit stands out:
✔ Designed for practical science lessons with real investigations
✔ Step-by-step support for delivering accurate circuit work
✔ Ideal for science observations, interviews, and curriculum coverage
✔ Ready to teach with minimal preparation

Perfect for:

• Year 3 and Year 4 science lessons
• KS2 physics topics on electricity and circuits
• Practical investigation and enquiry skills
• Science assessments and observations

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