Snap Circuits
Snap Circuits
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Snap Circuits is a hands-on electronics kit that lets students build real working circuits by snapping components together with no soldering required.
With pieces like switches, lights, motors, and speakers, students can create everything from alarms to radios while learning about electricity, engineering, and problem-solving in a fun, safe, and engaging way.
Maker-STEAM Checkout Inventory
Snap Circuits Kit (13)
Age Recommendation
Grades 3-12
Introduction Video
Introduction Video
Tips
🧠 Getting Started
🧠 Getting Started
Sort components by type – Organize pieces for easier access.
Review safety basics – Emphasize correct battery use and not forcing parts together.
🎯 Teaching Tips
🎯 Teaching Tips
Start with guided projects – Use the instruction book to build foundational understanding before encouraging exploration.
Highlight circuit concepts – Point out terms like series, parallel, switch, and resistor as students build.
Encourage troubleshooting – If something doesn’t work, have students check connections and polarity before asking for help.
🌟 Extension Ideas
🌟 Extension Ideas
Create design challenges – Ask students to build a working fan, a light sensor, or a doorbell circuit.
Tie into real-world applications – Connect builds to household items or science concepts like energy transfer.
Activities and Lessons
Lessons and activities are contained within the manuals.
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