Electricity & Magnetism Unit of Work (Stage 2, Stage 3)
Unlock how circuits & magnetism really work! Your students will explore the fundamentals of series and parallel circuits, investigate conductors and insulators, gain a deeper understanding of how magnets & much more.
ACTIVITY OUTLINE:
Following this 56-minute video & supporting class activities, your students will;
- Be able to identify a series vs a parallel circuit.
- Know the difference between an electrical conductor and an insulator.
- Understand how static electricity is created.
- Know that current electricity flows from negative to positive.
- Understand that electrons carry a negative charge.
- Identify that magnets have a north & south pole.
- Describe that iron is attracted to magnets.
- Understand that the magnetic north on Earth is created by the cycling of liquid metal in the outer core.
- Demonstrate that opposite poles of magnets attract and like poles repel
- Understand that electromagnetism is the underlying force of electricity and magnetism.
Includes 5 experiments to run in class plus student quizzes, a sample marking rubric, scope & sequence, cross-curricular teaching ideas, common student misconceptions to be aware of as well as Australian and USA curriculum outcomes and a risk assessment template.
IS THIS A FREE EVENT? No
BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Fizzics Education
Event Details
Event Type
On Demand (available until: 21-Feb-2026 05:00PM)
Delivery Platform
Duration
Price
$39.95 one-time cost
or
You can get all of the K to 6 Units of Work together as a yearly subscription!
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- Cost-efficient for the yearly budget
Payment Instructions
Payment via credit card on the page.
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Curriculum
Primary
Syllabus Outcomes
ST2-8PW-ST, ST2-9PW-ST, ST3-6MW-S, ST3-8PW-ST, ST3-9PW-ST
Main KLA, Strand, Sub Strand
Science and Tech
Learning Intentions & Success Criteria
Following this 56-minute video & supporting class activities, your students will;
– Be able to identify a series vs a parallel circuit.
– Know the difference between an electrical conductor and an insulator.
– Understand how static electricity is created.
– Know that current electricity flows from negative to positive.
– Understand that electrons carry a negative charge.
– Identify that magnets have a north & south pole.
– Describe that iron is attracted to magnets.
– Understand that the magnetic north on Earth is created by the cycling of liquid metal in the outer core.
– Demonstrate that opposite poles of magnets attract and like poles repel
– Describe the shape of a magnetic field.
– Understand that moving copper wire near a magnetic field produces electricity.
– Understand that electromagnetism is the underlying force of electricity and magnetism.
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Presenter Bio
Ben Newsome founded Fizzics Education to deliver science education across Australia, having now reached 3 million students since 2004. He has worked in hundreds of early learning centres, has presented countless preschool teacher professional development programs and is a regular speaker at teaching & learning conferences.
He is a qualified science teacher, 2013 Churchill Fellow, 2020 AMP Tomorrow Maker, multiple Australian Small Business Winner for Children’s Education Services, 2020 WSABE Outstanding Business Leader of the Year, 2019 Blacktown Business Person of the Year and receiver of several Pinnacle Awards from the Center for Interactive Learning & Collaboration.
Ben is a community leader for the International Society for Technology in Education, a board member for Educating 4 Leadership, is an advisory board member of the Center for Interactive Learning & Collaboration and an Ambassador for the Association of Science Education Technicians NSW.
He is also the author of ‘Be Amazing! How to teach science the way primary kids love’ & the host of the FizzicsEd Podcast.
Will This Event Be Recorded?
No
Joining The Event
Technology and Materials Requirements
Internet device and screen with speakers to show the students the video.
Optional materials to have on-hand include a plate, pepper, a cloth, a comb, coins, water, salt, paper, D cell battery, enameled wire, magnet, string, blocks & a paperclip.
Connecting To The Event
You will receive a unique link to view the video and coursework once you have paid on the software platform.
If you have any queries please contact the provider
Name: Ben Newsome
Phone: 02 9674 2191
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.fizzicseducation.com.au/