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Electric cube

As a researcher in primary school science class, you will investigate and learn about electricity.

The electric cube is the perfect combination of fun and knowledge to convey in a clear, safe and child-friendly way how exciting physics can be.

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Electric cube stool

5 Experiments for Independent Research in the 3rd and 4th Grades

The 5 experiments are suitable for the experimental investigation of electrical circuits as part of the lesson sequence on the topic of materials and energy in social studies. No prior knowledge of current and electricity in general is required.

 

All experiments are included in four versions and can be quickly and easily assigned to the appropriate experiments thanks to the color scheme of the individual modules. The transparent housings of the individual modules make the experiments particularly clear and increase the students' enthusiasm for experimentation. All utensils are easy to store in the cube and can therefore be set up and dismantled quickly.

 

The practical cube stool in which the experiments are stored also fits visually into the students' learning environment as a piece of furniture. The plain and the simple shape give the electrical components so much space offering safe and independent exploration. The individual components are easy to understand and can be used without any concerns.

 

Due to its stable and robust construction and intuitive operation, the cube is particularly suitable for use in primary schools. Thanks to the cube's modern and wireless charging system, the research set can be used in class at any time and without a long lead time. The charging system can also be expanded to include a photovoltaic module in order to experience various methods of generating electricity.

Experiment 1

We make a lamp shine.

Learning goal

The students learn about the components of a light bulb and a battery, build a simple electrical circuit, sketch it and realize that electrons can only flow in a closed circle.

 

Description

In this experiment, a light bulb is lit using a battery module as a power source and a switch. The students test and describe the effects of electrical energy.

The students build a simple electrical circuit and sketch it using appropriate symbols.

 

material

  • 2 cables

  • 1 light blue module (battery)

  • 1 yellow module (light bulb)

  • researcher sheet FB 2

  • Word cards about the light bulb and the battery

  • Tip cards for the yellow and light blue module

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Experiment 2

We install a switch

Learning objective

The students learn how to open and close an electrical circuit, build an electrical circuit with a switch and sketch it.

 

Description

In these experiments, a battery module (a power source) and a switch are used to light up a bulb.

 

material

  • 3 cables

  • 1 light blue module (battery)

  • 1 yellow module (light bulb)

  • 1 green module (switch)

  • Researcher sheet FB 3

  • Tip cards for the yellow, green and light blue modules

Experiment 3

We light two lamps.

Learning objective

The students light up two lamps by connecting them in series and in parallel and recognize the respective advantages and disadvantages.

 

Description

In these experiments, two light bulbs are lit using a battery considered as a power source and a switch. The students test and describe Effects of electrical energy in a series and a parallel circuit.

 

material

  • 5 cables

  • 1 light blue module (battery)

  • 2 yellow modules (light bulb)

  • 1 green module (switch)

  • Researcher sheet FB 4

  • Tip cards for the yellow, light blue and green modules

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Experiment 4

Which materials conduct?

Learning objective

Investigation of different materials for electrical conductivity.

 

Description

In this experiment, a light bulb is lit via the experiment station using a battery module as a power source and a switch. Students test and describe the electrical conductivity of various materials.

The students build an experiment station, create a series of tests and use them to research the conductivity of different materials.

 

material

  • 1 cable with plug

  • 2 cables with crocodile clips

  • 1 light blue module (battery)

  • 1 yellow module (light bulb)

  • Researcher sheet FB 5

  • Tip cards for the yellow and light blue module

  • Various materials to be tested for their conductivity. (Not included in the cube!)

Experiment 5

Electricity generation through solar energy

Learning objective

The students learn about solar cells as an environmentally friendly energy source and experiment with the efficiency of electricity generation from solar energy.

Description

In this lesson, students will explore how to position the solar cell in order to maximize electricity generation. They will record their results on a research sheet.

 

material

  • solar cell

  • Researcher sheet FB 6

  • Module with 4 LEDs

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Price of the electric cube

999 €

incl. 7% VAT,

plus shipping and handling

Electric cube designed by Lothar Leuchter (master electrician & master designer). Accompanying material created by Alexandra Müller (primary school teacher)

 

The experimental set is produced by the Brucker Workshop for People with Disabilities Fürstenfeldbruck of the Caritas Association of the Archdiocese of Munich and Freising eV

 

When selecting materials and components, special emphasis was placed on usability as well as recyclability and repairability.

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The delivery time is approximately 1 month from receipt of the order. Delivery costs are not included in the price.

Documentation of the Electric Cube

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