Squishy Circuits uses conductive and insulating play dough to teach the basics of electrical circuits in a fun, literally hands-on way. There’s no need for breadboards or soldering – just add AA batteries and pre-made doughs (or make your own dough). Let your creations come to life as you light them up with LEDs, make noises with buzzers, or spin with a motor. This starter kit is perfect for all sorts of STEAM activities, classrooms, science fairs, maker spaces, libraries, youth camps, et al!
Kit includes:
1 x battery holder
1 x piezoelectric buzzer
25 x LEDs (5 each of red, green, white, yellow, blue)
1 x 3.5oz container of Insulating Dough (white)
7 x 3.5oz containers of Conductive Dough (in red, blue, and green)
For more educator ideas, check out the Squishy Circuits app on the App Store or Google Play.
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