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PackElectricity

Jennifer Findley

Note to TeacherThis resource includes four passages on the following topics: static electricity, current electricity, circuits, and conductors & insulators. Each passage includes the following:

• Close Reading Tasks• Comprehension Questions• Vocabulary Foldables

In addition to the passages and text dependent printables, this resource also includes nine printables and a two page assessment that can be used with or without the passages.

© 2015 Jennifer Findley

Resource Page Number

Annotating Informational Text Printable 4

Static Electricity Passage 5

Static Electricity Text Dependent Close Reading, Comprehension Questions, and

Vocabulary.

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Current Electricity Passage 9

Current Electricity Text Dependent Close Reading, Comprehension Questions, and

Vocabulary.

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Circuits Passage 13

Circuits Text Dependent Close Reading, Comprehension Questions, and Vocabulary.

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Insulators and Conductors Passage 17

Insulators and Conductors Text Dependent Close Reading, Comprehension Questions, and

Vocabulary.

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Electricity Printables 20-29

Electricity Assessment 30-31

Answer Keys 32-46

Table of Contents

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Annotating Informational Text

- Thoughts or Wonderings

- Connection

- Confusing Part

- Interesting Fact

- Important Fact

- Circle Key Vocabulary

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Static Electricity

Have you ever been shocked when you touched someone? Or, have you ever had a sock stick to your t-shirt? If you have experienced these things, you have had a first-hand meeting with static electricity. In order to know why your hair flies out of control in the winter months, or why that sock is sticking to your pants, you need to know a little bit about the charge of atoms.

Atoms are the foundations of matter, super small things made up of protons, electrons and neutrons. Each atom has a center, or nucleus, that is made up of protons and neutrons. Hanging out and circling around the nucleus are electrons. Protons and electrons have a unique relationship - they are attracted to each other. Not in a boyfriend-girlfriend way, but more in an electrical charge type of way. You see, the protons have a positive charge and the electrons have a negative charge. These two charges are opposite, and attract one another. The positive protons in the nucleus keep the negative electrons circling nearby.

In a typical atom, the number of protons and electrons are neutral. This makes sure that the atom carries no charge because all of the positive protons cancel out the charge that the negative electrons have. However, sometimes electrons want to leave the atom and check out other atoms that are hanging around. When an electron jumps ship, it can leave the atom unbalanced and charged up. Electrons jump to other atoms and this causes a spark of static electricity.

Static electricity can show itself in small or large ways. If you shuffle your feet on carpet, electrons jump ship from the carpet to you. Then, when you touch a doorknob, the extra electrons jump from you to the knob and cause a spark. This spark is relatively small compared to what static electricity can do in a larger way. Lightning is probably the best, and biggest, example of static electricity that you can easily see. Lots of extra electrons moving from negatively charged clouds to the positively charged earth can cause a big burst of static electricity - lightning.

Name ________________________________________________ Date: ________________

The next time you get shocked from a doorknob, you will now know to thank jumping electrons for the spark.


Static Electricity: Close Reading

Monday: Annotate the text.

Tuesday: What is the connection between atoms and static electricity?

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Wednesday: Compare and contrast neutrons, protons, and electrons.

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Thursday: Summarize the text.

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Friday: Answer the comprehension questions.

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Static Electricity Comprehension Questions:

1. Define the concept of static electricity and provide an example from the text.

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2. What is the connection between electrons and protons?

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3. Why does the author say that the reader should thank electrons for the

“spark” of static electricity?

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4. Explain the meaning of this sentence used by the author, “Static electricity can show itself in small or large ways.”

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Static Electricity: Vocabulary

Directions: Cut the foldable on the outside. Glue the narrow tab to your notebook. Cut the inside lines to make flaps. Define and illustrate the

word under the flaps.

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Current Electricity

Electricity is an important part of your life. This morning, you probably shut off your alarm clock (unless your alarm clock is your mom waking you up), and turned on your bedroom light. You might have used a toaster while making breakfast and you probably opened your refrigerator at least once. Maybe you flipped on the TV to watch a few minutes before you finished getting ready for school. Without electricity, you would have had to rethink quite a few parts of your morning routine.

While electricity is extremely useful, it does need a few things to work. For example, it needs to travel. An electric current is the flow of electric charge, and a vital part of making sure that electricity makes it into our homes and into our fridge, hair dryer and television.

In order to successfully get electricity to travel to another place, it needs a power source and a circuit. The power source provides the steady flow of electrons that is needed to make your appliance or toy work. An example of a power source might be a battery or a main breaker in your home.

Once you have a power source, you need a way for all those electrons to get moving. You need a circuit, or a path, for the electricity to move on. The circuit needs to ultimately be a giant circle, leading from the power source, around the circuit, and back to the power source. The electrons move out of the power source and on the circuit, creating current electricity. This current can flow through your home, or through your battery operated remote control. As long as there is a circuit that leads to and from a power source, electricity will move along the path. A circuit that meets all of these requirements and allows electricity to move is known as a closed circuit. If there is a break in the circuit or if the circuit is incomplete, the circuit is known as an open circuit.

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Next time you turn on your light in the morning or watch your favorite television show, remember that current electricity makes that possible.


Current Electricity: Close Reading


Tuesday: According to the text, what are some ways we use electricity in day to day life?

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Wednesday: What does electricity “need” in order to be useful?

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Current Electricity: Comprehension Questions

1. What is the purpose of the power source in a circuit? What are some

examples of power sources mentioned in the text?

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2. According to the text, why is it important for the path of a circuit to be

circular?

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3. Compare and contrast open and closed circuits.

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4. According to the author, what is an electric current and why is it so important?

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Current Electricity: Vocabulary

Directions: Cut the foldable on the outside. Glue the narrow tabs to your notebook. Cut the middle line to

make two flaps.

current electricity

open circuit

closed circuit


Circuits

Electricity needs a path to follow. Circuits are paths that allow electrons to flow through, creating electricity. Simple circuits have three main parts: a power source, a path, and a load. A power source can be a battery or an outlet. The path must be made out of a conductor, which is a material that allows electrons to flow through easily. A load is the object that will use the electricity. Some circuits include switches, to allow or stop the flow of electrons.

There are two types of circuits: series circuits and parallel circuits. Series circuits only have one pathway for the electrons or electric current to flow. If the path of electricity is broken, the flow of electricity is stopped. Parallel circuits have more than one pathway for the current to flow. If the path of electricity is broken in a parallel circuit, the electrical current can choose another path to take. Think of lights used to decorate Christmas trees. If the lights are on a series circuit and one lightbulb burns out, this will stop the flow of electrons. When this happens, the path has been broken and none of the lights will light up. On the other hand, if the lights are on a parallel circuit and one light goes out, the flow of electrons will find another path to take. The other lights will remain lit because of the additional path.

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Circuits: Close Reading


Tuesday: What are circuits, and what is their purpose?

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Wednesday: Compare and contrast series and parallel circuits.

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Circuits: Comprehension Questions

1. Based on the information in the text, why is a circuit needed?

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2. What is a load, and what is an example load mentioned in the text?

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3. Why does the author use the example of Christmas lights in the text?

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4. If you were stringing lights on your balcony, which circuit would you prefer your lights to have: a series or parallel circuit? Explain your choice.

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Circuits: Vocabulary


make two flaps. Define and illustrate the word under the flaps.

load

power source


series circuit

parallel circuit

Insulators and Conductors

When materials come in contact with electricity, some allow the electricity to continue flowing and some stop the electric current or hinder it. Materials that allow an electric current to flow are known as conductors. Materials that do not allow the electric current to flow as easily are known as insulators. Both types of materials serve their purpose in our world of electricity.

Conductors are made of materials that let electricity flow through them easily. The best electrical conductors are often metals. In fact, the metal copper is most commonly used in electric wiring and circuits. Aluminum, silver, gold, and platinum are other metal conductors. Water is also a conductor of electricity. Since our bodies are made up of mostly water, people are also conductors of electricity! We are not the best conductors, but an electric current can pass through our bodies.

Unlike conductors, insulators are materials that do not allow electricity to easily flow. Some examples of insulators are rubber, plastic, and glass. Rubber or plastic are commonly used on electrical cords to keep the electricity safely flowing through the wire. This is why we are always cautioned about touching exposed wires. Exposed wires are wires were the insulator has been removed or broken. If we touch the wire, the electricity may stop its current path and flow through our bodies instead.

Can you figure out which one of these objects is a conductor and which is an insulator?

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Insulators and Conductors: Close Reading


Tuesday: Compare and contrast conductors and insulators.

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Wednesday: Determine if the materials shown on the bottom of the page are conductors or insulators. Explain your thinking.

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Insulators and Conductors: Comprehension Questions

1. Determine the meaning of the word “hinder” as used in the text.

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2. According to the text, why are people conductors of electric currents?

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3. Explain the meaning of this sentence, “Both types of materials serve their

purpose in our world of electricity.”

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4. Based on what you read in the text, infer why insulators are important.

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Insulators and Conductors: Vocabulary


make two flaps. Define and illustrate the word under the flaps.

conductor

insulator


Printables and

Assessment


These printables can be used with the passages or separate.

[Static|Electricity]

What is static electricity?

Illustrate and describe two examples of static electricity.

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[Current|Electricity]Draw and label a circuit.

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[circuits]Sketch a series circuit.

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Sketch a parallel circuit.


[insulators|and|conductors]

Define the term: conductor.

Define the term: insulator.

List and illustrate at least two examples of objects that are

insulators.

List and illustrate at least two examples of objects that are

conductors.

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Insulator or Conductor?Name _________________________________________ Date: ________________Directions: Determine if the materials are insulators or conductors.1. 2.

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7. 8.

human body

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How Many Paths?Name _________________________________________ Date: ________________Directions: Determine if the circuits shown are series circuits or parallel circuits. Explain how you know.

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Parts of a Circuit

Part and Purpose:

Part and Purpose:

Part and Purpose:

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Explain what is happening in each illustration below in terms of electricity. Write your explanation in the box.


Electricity AssessmentName _________________________________________ Date: ________________

1. Which of the following objects is a conductor?

a. log of woodb. plastic strawc. naild. pencil

2. Which of the following materials is an insulator?

a. aluminum foilb. rubber bandc. a pennyd. water

3. Which of the following is an example of a load in a circuit?

a. batteryb. outletc. wired. small fan

4. Which of the following is an example of static electricity?

a. doorbell ringingb. lightbulb turning onc. lightningd. rain

5. If one lightbulb on a string of lights turns off, but the others say on, this is an example of a/an…

a. parallel circuitb. series circuitc. static electricityd. insulation

6. Electricity found in nature is known as…

a. circuitsb. static electricityc. parallel circuitd. current electricity



7. The circuit shown is an example of a/an:

a. open circuitb. parallel circuitc. series circuitd. closed parallel circuit

8 The circuit shown is an example of a/an:

a. open parallel circuitb. open series circuitc. closed parallel circuitd. closed series circuit

9. Which of the following best describesa series circuit?

a. An electric circuit with more than one pathway for electricity to flow.b. An electric circuit with only one pathway for electricity to flow.c. An electric circuit with exactly two pathways for electricity to flow.d. An electric circuit with more than one pathway for electricity to flow.

10. Compare and contrast static electricity and current electricity.


Answer Keys


Static Electricity: Close Reading


Tuesday: What is the connection between atoms and static electricity?

The movement of electrons from atoms causes static electricity.

Wednesday: Compare and contrast neutrons, protons, and electrons.

All three particles make up atoms. Electrons are negatively charged,

protons are positively charged, and neutrons are neutral. Protons and

neutrons are found in the nucleus while electrons circle the nucleus.


Summaries will vary.


Name _________________________________________ Date: ________________Answer Key


Static Electricity Comprehension Questions:

1. Define the concept of static electricity and provide an example from the text.

Static electricity is a natural spark caused by the movement of electrons. Some

examples include lightning and being “shocked.”

2. What is the connection between electrons and protons?

Electrons and protons are opposite charges that attract one another.

3. Why does the author say that the reader should thank electrons for the “spark” of static electricity?

The author says this because the movement of electrons is what causes static

electricity.

4. Explain the meaning of this sentence used by the author, “Static electricity can show itself in small or large ways.”

Static electricity can be a small spark (shocking yourself after shuffling feet on

carpet) or a large spark (lightning).



Current Electricity: Close Reading


Tuesday: According to the text, what are some ways we use electricity in day to day life?

Turn off alarm clock, use toaster & refrigerator, watch television, dry hair.

Wednesday: What does electricity “need” in order to be useful?

A power source, a path, and something to receive the electricity.






Current Electricity: Comprehension Questions

1. What is the purpose of the power source in a circuit? What are some

examples of power sources mentioned in the text?

The power source is responsible for the movement of electrons. Example power

sources are batteries or main breaker.

2. According to the text, why is it important for the path of a circuit to be circular?

A circular path is needed to keep the electrons moving on their path.

3. Compare and contrast open and closed circuits.

Open circuits are circuits that are incomplete and will not work. Closed circuits

meet all the requirements and are complete. These circuits will work.

4. According to the author, what is an electric current and why is it so important?

Electric currents are the flow of electricity. They allow the electricity to be

harnessed or used.



Circuits: Close Reading


Tuesday: What are circuits, and what is their purpose?

Circuits are paths for electrons to flow. Their purpose is to harness

electricity.

Wednesday: Compare and contrast series and parallel circuits.

Series circuits only have one path for the electrons to flow. Parallel

circuits, on the other hand, have more than one path.




Name _________________________________________ Date: ________________


Answer Key


Circuits: Comprehension Questions

1. Based on the information in the text, why is a circuit needed?

Circuits are needed to be able to use electricity and give it a path to flow.

2. What is a load and, what is an example load mentioned in the text?

A load is the object that will receive or use the electricity. An example load in

the text is a lightbulb.

3. Why does the author use the example of Christmas lights in the text?

The author uses the example of Christmas lights to show the reader the

difference between series circuits and parallel circuits.

4. If you were stringing lights on your balcony, which circuit would you prefer your lights to have: a series or parallel circuit? Explain your choice.

Parallel series so if one light burns out, the others stay on.


Insulators and Conductors: Close Reading


Tuesday: Compare and contrast conductors and insulators.

Conductors allow electricity to flow and insulators stop the flow of

electricity. Both are important in regards to electricity.

Wednesday: Determine if the materials shown on the bottom of the page are conductors or insulators. Explain your thinking.

The pencil is an insulator and the aluminum can is a conductor.




Name _________________________________________ Date: ________________


Answer Key


Insulators and Conductors: Comprehension Questions

1. Determine the meaning of the word “hinder” as used in the text.

Stop, delay, interfere with

2. According to the text, why are people conductors of electric currents?

People are conductors of electricity because we are made mostly of water and

water is a conductor.

3. Explain the meaning of this sentence, “Both types of materials serve their purpose in our world of electricity.”

Conductors and insulators are both important. Conductors because they allow

the flow of electricity and insulators for the protection they provide.

4. Based on what you read in the text, infer why insulators are important.

Insulators are important because they provide a protective cover for electrical

wires and circuits.


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Insulator or Conductor?Name _________________________________________ Date: ________________Directions: Determine if the materials are insulators or conductors.1. 2.

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human body

rubber band

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How Many Paths?Name _________________________________________ Date: ________________Directions: Determine if the circuits shown are series circuits or parallel circuits. Explain how you know.

1. 2.

3. 4.

series circuit

series circuit

parallel circuit

parallel circuit

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Parts of a Circuit

Part and Purpose:

Part and Purpose:

Part and Purpose:

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The power source. Provides the electrons needed to create an electric current.

The load. Receives the electricity.

Insulated wire. Creates a path for the electrons to

flow.

Answer Key


Name ________________________________________________ Date: ________________

Explain what is happening in each illustration below in terms of electricity. Write your explanation in the box.

This shows static electricity and the

movement of electrons. The electrons are

moving from the hair to the balloon. The hair is now positively charged,

while the balloon is negatively charged.

This shows static electricity and the

movement of electrons between the cloud and the ground. The

electrons are moving to the ground from the

cloud, creating static electricity.

Answer Key



1. Which of the following objects is a conductor?

a. log of woodb. plastic strawc. naild. pencil

2. Which of the following materials is an insulator?

a. aluminum foilb. rubber bandc. a pennyd. water

3. Which of the following is an example of a load in a circuit?

a. batteryb. outletc. wired. small fan

4. Which of the following is an example of static electricity?

a. doorbell ringingb. lightbulb turning onc. lightningd. rain

5. If one lightbulb on a string of lights turns off, but the others say on, this is an example of a/an…

a. parallel circuitb. series circuitc. static electricityd. insulation

6. Electricity found in nature is known as…

a. circuitsb. static electricityc. parallel circuitd. current electricity


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7. The circuit shown is an example of a/an:

a. open circuitb. parallel circuitc. series circuitd. closed parallel circuit

8 The circuit shown is an example of a/an:

a. open parallel circuitb. open series circuitc. closed parallel circuitd. closed series circuit

9. Which of the following best describesa series circuit?

a. An electric circuit with more than one pathway for electricity to flow.b. An electric circuit with only one pathway for electricity to flow.c. An electric circuit with exactly two pathways for electricity to flow.d. An electric circuit with more than one pathway for electricity to flow.

10. Compare and contrast static electricity and current electricity.


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BStatic electricity is the movement

of electrons in nature. Current electricity is the movement of electrons through a circuit.

Answer Key

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