Building Blocks
Make a Circuit
A circuit is a piece of hardware that lets an electric current run through it. It creates a loop that the current can run through. Circuits are an important part of a computer’s hardware.
Materials
Instructions:
In this activity, you can make your own circuit! Make sure you have an adult present to help you out. You will need the items on the materials list to make your own circuit.
First, make sure your Christmas lights are unplugged. Then, cut off one of the lights. Leave the wire attached on both sides of the light.
Now, you can use your wire and your battery to create a circuit. Remember, a circuit is a loop that an electrical current can run through. The light will turn on when your circuit is complete. Can you figure out how to use your wire and your battery to complete the circuit?