Choose your path, series and parallel circuits.

In this simple lab lesson, students will work in cooperative groups to construct simple series and parallel circuits. They will compare energy flow in circuits by observing lamp brightness as they change components in the various circuits.

Note: This lesson does not cover the "power" element of the standard chosen.

Resource ID#: 76115 Type: Lesson Plan

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General Information

Subject(s): Science

Grade Level(s): 10

Intended Audience: Educators

Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection

Instructional Time: 1 Hour(s)

Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes

Keywords: Electricity, Circuits, Electron, Battery, Conductor, Energy, Chemical, Electrical, Light, Series, Parallel

Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan, Worksheet, Formative Assessment, Learning Goal

Resource Collection: FCR-STEMLearn Physical Sciences

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