Exploring Lightning for Parshas Yisro
When the Jewish nation gathered around Har Sinai to receive the Torah, they were awed by the voice of Hashem and the thunder and lightning. In this experiment, the students will learn that lightning is caused by static electricity. When negative charges are attracted to positive charges the result is a spark of lightning.
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CRSHM14-RS032 Instruction Sheet 216 Downloads
Specifications
| Size: | 8.5”x11” |
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| Language: | English |
| Language Style: | NA |
| Gender: | NA |
| Color: | Color |
| Grade(s): |
Pre-2nd 3rd-5th 6th-8th |
| Resource Type(s): | Curriculum Materials |
| Subject(s): | Tanach, Torah: Chumash and Parshah, Yisro, Science |
Printing
| Contents: | 5-8.5”x11”- Color | Paper | Not Laminated |
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| Page Scaling: | None (Do not fit to printable area.) | ||
| Notes: |
Some cutting and assembly may be required. Laminated items will require trimming. Items larger than 11×17 inches may require a large format printer. |
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Goals
| Goals and Objectives: | By using simple materials to create static electricity the students will relate this experience to lightning. |
| Skills Needed: | Focus on task, ability to follow instructions, and fine motor skills. |
Materials
- Clear cup
- Folded strip of paper
- Quarter
- Tape
- Balloon
- Drinking straw and bottle (optional)
Credits
| Publisher: | Walder Education |
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| Founding Director: | Mrs. Rouhama Garelick |
| Adapted By: | Rivkie Schecter |
| Credits: | www.kiwicrate.com, www.weatherwizkids.com, www.mysciencesite.com *(Please note: Torah Umesorah and Walder Education do not endorse any of these sites; they are provided for your convenience and discretion.) [Our Rabbanim have expressed concern over the dangers of the internet. With that in mind, Walder Education has provided a list of possible ways to promote internet safety with limits and supervision. Please consider the internet Safety suggestions from our website before clicking any link.] |
| Photography: | Rabbi Avraham Gershon |
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