It's time to wake up! Young engineers build an electric circuit that will activate an alarm. The use of switches in the circuit is a must—because you don't want the alarm to keep beeping forever!

Concepts

engineering design, electric circuits, electricity, technology resources

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Instructional Ideas

• Have pupils take apart an alarm clock to investigate the mechanism
  

Classroom Considerations

• Scholars should have basic familiarity with electricity
• See resource for complete list of required materials for the activity
  

Pros

• Provides discussion questions, one set for younger children and another for older youth
• Lists some troubleshooting tips for the activity
  

Cons

• None