Jitterbugs
Students make a pom-pom ‘jitterbug’ using a vibrating motor and craft supplies to learn about simple circuits in this fun STEAM activity.
Chapters
- Introduction to Simple Circuits
- Example Demonstration
- Design Planning
- Jitterbug Creation
- (optional) Race or Contest
Subjects: Science, Electronics, Art
Age Range: K-5th Grade
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 0.5 – 1 hours
Materials:
- Pom Poms
- Pipe Cleaners
- Googly Eyes
- Small Round Batteries
- Vibrating Motors
- Hot glue
- Foam Stickers