To begin to understand how batteries work, I can help to build simple chemical cells using readily-available materials which can be used to make an appliance work. 

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Benchmarks:

·  Applies knowledge and understanding to build simple batteries (chemical cells) and demonstrates understanding that a battery (cell) is a portable energy source which has a store of chemical energy.

·  Explains the process of energy transformation from battery (cell) to electrical components.