Electricity for Young Makers

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Light. Y Sound. Y How about action? Y Let’s see if we can use electricity to make things move. Y An electric motor is a machine that converts electrical energy into mechanical energy. Y Products that use electric motors every day include toys, kitchen appliances, and even electric cars.

 

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safety glasses

needlenose pliers (optional)

So far we’ve made our own electricity with a battery, learned about the ...