Squishy Circuits

Create an electrical circuit using conductive and insulating dough.

Please note that you or a parent volunteer will need to create your own dough.  All supplies will be provided.  You will need mixing bowls, spoons, pots, and a kitchen in order to make the dough.
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​Appropriate age/skill level: 5th grade
Expected time to complete: 45-50 minutes

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Materials

Conductive dough mix, insulating dough mix, LEDs, wires

Tools

Power supply

​Procedure

​Students learn about conductors, insulators and resistance. Students build various circuits including working (closed) circuits, open circuits, short circuits and parallel circuits. 

Instructions for making the conductive dough are here.

Instructions for making the insulating dough are here.

Squishy Circuits Lesson Plan Overview
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Squishy Circuits Detailed Lesson Plan with Student Handout
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