What is electricity and where does it come from?

Electricity is a vital part of our everyday lives.  We are completely dependent on it.  We need to know what it is and where it comes from.

Let’s discuss

  • Venn diagram activity
  • Why do some appliances need mains electricity?
  • Why do some appliances run off both mains and battery?
  • What are the advantages/disadvantages of mains/battery power?
  • What is electricity? I think…
  • Where does electricity come from?   I think…

Let’s work together

  • Create a group A2 poster on
    • What is electricity?
    • How do batteries produce electricity
    • What are the main parts of a fossil-fuelled power station?

Useful links:

Steps to success:

  • Use the Internet and books to find useful information
  • Remember how to search smartly
  • Work as a team to gather ideas together in a poster