Materials List ACTIVITY
MATERIALS IN KIT
ADDITIONAL MATERIALS NEEDED
Reading a Ruler
Rulers or meter sticks Tape measures Wrenches and other hand tools Objects to measure
Series and Parallel Circuits
D-cell batteries and holders Small light bulbs and holders Alligator clips Switches
Complete the Circuit
Small light bulbs and holders D-cell batteries and holders Insulated wire
Permanent markers Rulers Wire cutters and strippers Assorted insulators and conductors
What’s the Better Fit?
Peg boards
Screwdrivers Nuts, bolts, screws, and washers of various sizes Pliers Wrenches
Science of Electricity Model
Small bottle Rubber stoppers with holes Wooden dowel Foam tube 4 Rectangle magnets 2 Nails Digital Multimeter
Push pin Hand operated pencil sharpener Ruler Permanent marker Sharp scissors Masking tape Fine sandpaper Utility knife (optional)
Introduction to Materials Selection
Internet access
Exploring Gear Ratios
Hole plates Gears Dowel rods (3/8” x 12”) Perpendicular blocks D-cell battery with holder (optional) 3 Alligator clips (optional) Motor with adapter pin Variable resistor (optional)
Exploring Water Flow Demonstration
Rubber pipe insulation to create water flow Large beaker, jug, or pitcher of water troughs Meter stick or board for support Bucket or dish pan Round objects Flat objects (waterproof ) Masking tape Glue gun and glue sticks Sand, gravel, or pebbles Washer (1”) Books
Predicting Water Flow
Water flow troughs (see above)
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Permanent markers Ruler Cutting tool
Large beaker, jug, or pitcher of water Meter stick or board for support Bucket or dish pan Masking tape Small, irregularly shaped objects Books
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