Explore science for Year 4: Simple electric circuits. See learning goals and a suggested sequence; start with any available activity.
Simple electric circuits: A complete loop → Switches control flow → Conductors and insulators → Find the fault safely.
England · 8–9 yearsA complete loopTrace the connections, test a loop and explain when a component can work.
England · 8–9 yearsSwitches control flowTest switch outcomes, locate gaps and reason about changes.
England · 8–9 yearsConductors and insulatorsClassify controlled test records and distinguish evidence from appearance.
England · 8–9 yearsFind the fault safelyChoose one informative next test and keep uncertain causes open.