Popsicle Stick Project
Erica Barrera Ms. Buenconsejo Period: 6
Introduction
The goal of this project is to construct a popsicle stick house that has light thats been made by a series connection or a parallel connection. This project relates to physics because we are learning about the way light flows and the different types of connections and direct current.
Standard/Learning Objectives
Standard: 5a predict the voltage or current in simple direct current [DC] electric circuits constructed from batteries, wires, resistors, and capacitors. Learning Objectives: 1) Design closed circuits 2) Diagram simple electric circuits. 3) Measure voltage 4) Calculate current, voltage and resistance in a circuit.
Problem/Hypothesis
Problem: How can I make a house with light made out of popsicle sticks using only wires, battery, glue, and light bulbs? Hypothesis: If I build the house steady, firm, and connect the 6 light bulbs in the right place then the house will be able to produce light.
Materials
1)Popsicle Sticks 2)Glue 3)Wires 4)Battery 5)Light Bulbs 6) Scissors
Procedures
-First, I build the floor/base. -Second, I started to build the walls and stick them together. -Third, I made sure the floor and the walls were steady. -Fourth, I started building the roof. -Fifth, I made the furniture for the house. -Sixth, I tried the roof on my house. -Seventh, I glued my furniture in. -Lastly, I made the door. -Finally, it was finished!
Observation
The observation I had is that I had to add more popsicle sticks to make the house hold stronger or else it was too weak.
Physics
A popsicle stick house with electricity is related to physics because it has to do with the types of connections it may use like a series or a parallel connection. Also because it shows how electricity flows and the direction it moves depending on the type of connection, also it has to do with heat, light, and motion.
Conclusion
In conclusion, I think that my popsicle stick house couldve been better. It couldve been better if I had more time on it also if I wouldve took more time to think how to put the lights in the house. Another, is to construct it in a different way.
Summary/ Reflection
This project wasnt fun because it was a lot of work to do, and it took time and patience to finish it. It was hard because the parts wouldnt stick together and it took a lot of time for it to glue. The roof was also hard because it wouldnt stay how I wanted it because the glue wouldnt dry quick so it would be fresh and it would collapse. Another thing that was hard was putting the lights and making them work. Lastly, even though it was hard, it was my first time making a house like this and I think that if I ever have to do this again I would do it better and take time to do it right.
Global Relevance/Issue
The global relevance of electricity is that electricity is a big part of our world. Without it we wouldnt have many things such as microwave, light, video games, computers, refrigerator and more. Electricity is one of the most powerful forces in our lives. As a matter of fact it can even kill you. The global issue of electricity is that, one of the most common ways to produce electricity is through the burning of fossil fuels. When fossil fuels are burned they release carbon dioxide which later on causes global warming. Global Warming is a big problem in the environment. We shouldnt waste electricity when we dont need it.
Safety Lab Rules
1) Watch where youre gluing. 2) Dont play around with scissors. 3) Be careful with the light bulbs.
