We have selected these online resources to support you when you need information relating to the popular curriculum topic, Electricity. SCIS 1525281
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How is Electricity Made is an information resource about the creation of electricity through various energy sources. Suitable for Years 7 and above.
Suggested level: intermediate, secondary
www.electricityforum.com/how-electricity-is-made.htm
In this activity, students explore sunlight being converted into electricity and are introduced to the concept of photovoltaics – making electricity from sunlight.
Suggested level: intermediate, secondary
http://www.sciencelearn.org.nz/Science-Stories/Harnessing-the-Sun/Exploring-solar-power
Includes information and safe experiments about lightning, what causes lightning, and how it is related to static electricity.
Suggested level: primary
www.weatherwizkids.com/lightning1.htm
EPIC
Britannica Online School Edition
Provides information and articles on electricity and its uses, history and production.School log-on and password required.
Suggested level: primary, intermediate, secondary
school.ebonline.co.nz/search?ct=&query=Electricity+&x=0&y=0
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