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

  1. Introduction to Simple Circuits
  2. Example Demonstration
  3. Design Planning
  4. Jitterbug Creation
  5. (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
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