Year 6 - 6 Week Progressive Planner Science - Electricity

Week 1: Introduction to Electricity
Define key terms such as current, voltage, and resistance
Discuss the different sources of electricity, such as batteries and generators
Explain how electricity is produced and transmitted
Conduct simple experiments to demonstrate how electricity flows through a circuit

Week 2: Conductors and Insulators
Differentiate between conductors and insulators
Identify materials that are good conductors and insulators
Build a simple circuit to test conductivity of different materials

Week 3: Circuits and Components
Explain the difference between open and closed circuits
Identify the different components of a circuit, such as switches and resistors
Create and analyze different circuits with different components

Week 4: Series and Parallel Circuits
Define and differentiate between series and parallel circuits
Build and compare circuits in series and parallel configurations
Analyze the properties of each type of circuit and their applications

Week 5: Energy and Power
Define and differentiate between energy and power
Calculate the energy and power of a circuit using basic formulas
Discuss the importance of energy conservation and efficiency in electrical systems

Week 6: Safety and Maintenance
Identify common electrical hazards and safety precautions
Discuss the importance of proper maintenance and care for electrical equipment
Conduct a review of the key concepts learned throughout the previous weeks and review for any misconceptions or unanswered questions.