Substrand: "3.3 Electricity" (16 periods)

Electricity is a form of energy and is used in many ways. Electricity travels in electric circuits. Materials like iron can conduct electricity but wood and stones do not conduct electricity. Materials that allow electricity to travel through them are called conductors. These materials can be used in electrical circuits. Materials that do not allow electrical current to pass through are called insulators. Insulators have very important uses in electrical safety. Precaution must always be taken when using electricity. Misuse of electrical appliances is dangerous.

Learner's should:

Learner's should:

Learner's should:

3.3.1 understand that a complete circuit is needed for an electrical device such as a bulb to light up (u)

3.3.1.1 construct simple electrical circuits

3.3.2 know that some materials let electricity pass through them (conduct) well while others do not (k)

3.3.2.1 name some materials that conduct electricity and some that do not

3.3.3 know that some household appliances use electricity (k)

3.3.3.1 list some of the uses of electricity at home and school

3.3.4 know safety measures associated with the use of electricity (k)

3.3.4.1 identify safety issues associated with use of electricity