Summer SAVY, Session 3 Day 1, “Circuitry, Systems, and Design: Electrical Engineering” (3rd-4th)
Dear Students and Parents,
We are thrilled to welcome you to Circuitry Systems and Design, a dynamic, hands-on science course designed to spark curiosity and creativity in young minds. Over the next several days, students in grades 3–4 will step into the shoes of engineers and city planners as they take on a real-world challenge: designing the electrical infrastructure for a brand-new recreational complex in a bustling urban center. This immersive experience blends scientific inquiry with problem-solving and teamwork, encouraging students to think critically and apply their knowledge in meaningful ways.
🔍 Day 1 Recap: “What is Electricity?”
Today marked the beginning of our electrifying journey! Students were introduced to the foundational concepts of electricity through interactive discussions and guided exploration. We kicked off with an engaging scenario that placed students at the heart of a city planning team, responsible for powering a state-of-the-art recreational facility. Through brainstorming sessions, hands-on experiments with batteries, wires, and bulbs, and vocabulary-building activities, students began to understand how electricity flows and how circuits function. Key terms like current, circuit, conductor, and insulator were introduced, setting the stage for deeper learning in the days ahead.
🧠 Looking Ahead and Reflecting
By the end of the day, students could describe the components of a simple circuit and articulate how electricity moves through a system. They also practiced asking thoughtful questions to guide their future investigations. At home, we encourage families to continue the conversation with reflection questions like: What surprised you about electricity today? What challenges might arise when designing a circuit for a large facility? Tomorrow, we’ll build on today’s discoveries by exploring conductors and insulators in more depth and begin planning how to safely and efficiently deliver electricity throughout the complex. We can’t wait to see our young engineers continue to innovate and shine!
Check out this video: https://youtu.be/vs8-Cpku64A?si=jtwsm42hOw3fMFoM
