Basic Circuit Projects with Snap Circuits

          Module 1: Introduction to Snap Circuits

Section 1: Getting Started with Snap Circuits
- Lesson 1: What are Snap Circuits?
  - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: An overview of Snap Circuits, their purpose, and basic components.
- Lesson 2: Handling Your Circuit Kit Safely
  - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Learning safety rules and proper handling techniques for circuit pieces.

Section 2: Understanding Circuit Components
- Lesson 1: Battery Packs and Power Sources
  - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Introduction to batteries and power sources specific to Snap Circuits.
- Lesson 2: Identifying Resistors, Capacitors, and Switches
  - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Basic recognition and function of essential circuit components.

Section 3: Basic Circuit Symbols and Diagrams
- Lesson 1: Simple Circuit Diagrams
  - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Learning to read and interpret basic circuit diagrams.
- Lesson 2: Translating Diagrams into Snap Circuits Layouts
  - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Hands-on practice matching circuit diagrams to physical Snap Circuit pieces.

Section 4: Building Your First Simple Circuit
- Lesson 1: Lighting an LED with a Battery
  - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Step-by-step project to connect a battery and an LED.
- Lesson 2: Exploring the Flow of Electricity
  - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Understanding how electricity flows through a basic circuit with hands-on demonstration.

Section 5: Troubleshooting and Maintenance Basics
- Lesson 1: Identifying Common Connection Errors
  - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Recognizing common mistakes when building circuits.
- Lesson 2: Basic Troubleshooting Techniques
  - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Methods to quickly fix simple circuit issues.

Module 2: Basic Circuit Building and Component Interaction

Section 1: Exploring Resistive Circuits
- Lesson 1: What is Resistance?
  - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Introduction to the concept of resistance and its role in circuits.
- Lesson 2: How Resistors Work in a Circuit
  - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: A practical look at resistors and their placement in simple circuits.

Section 2: Using Capacitors and Their Functions
- Lesson 1: Capacitor Basics
  - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Understanding capacitors and their role in storing energy.
- Lesson 2: Incorporating a Capacitor into a Circuit
  - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Building a circuit that uses a capacitor to modulate power flow.

Section 3: Learning About Switches and Controls
- Lesson 1: Types of Switches in Snap Circuits
  - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Overview of various switches and their functions.
- Lesson 2: Creating a Simple On/Off Circuit
  - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Hands-on project to build an on/off circuit using switches.

Section 4: Understanding Conductors and Insulators
- Lesson 1: What Makes a Good Conductor?
  - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Discussion on conductors, their properties, and examples.
- Lesson 2: Practical Exploration of Conductivity
  - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Experiment with different materials to identify conductors and insulators.

Section 5: Building a Series Circuit
- Lesson 1: What is a Series Circuit?
  - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Introduction to the concept and characteristics of series circuits.
- Lesson 2: Creating a Simple Series Circuit Project
  - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Step-by-step assembly of a series circuit using Snap Circuits.

Module 3: Exploring Circuit Connections and Paths

Section 1: Understanding Parallel Circuits
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Parallel Circuits
  - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Learning the differences between series and parallel circuits.
- Lesson 2: Building a Simple Parallel Circuit
  - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Hands-on project to wire a basic parallel circuit.

Section 2: Combining Series and Parallel Elements
- Lesson 1: Concepts of Mixed Circuits
  - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Understanding how series and parallel circuits can be combined.
- Lesson 2: Creating a Mixed Circuit Project
  - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Building a project that uses both series and parallel connections.

Section 3: Working with Circuit Boards and Layouts
- Lesson 1: Reading a Circuit Board Layout
  - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Learning the components of a Snap Circuits board.
- Lesson 2: Assembling a Circuit on a Board
  - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Practical exercise in following a board layout to build a circuit.

Section 4: The Role of Conductivity and Connectivity
- Lesson 1: Ensuring Good Connections
  - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Best practices for connecting components securely.
- Lesson 2: Testing and Verifying Circuit Connectivity
  - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Learning simple tests to check circuit integrity.

Section 5: Introduction to Circuit Project Design
- Lesson 1: Designing Your First Circuit Project
  - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: An overview of planning and designing a simple circuit project.
- Lesson 2: From Concept to Construction
  - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Converting a design idea into a real circuit using Snap Circuits.

Module 4: Circuit Projects and Experimentation

Section 1: Project Planning and Preparation
- Lesson 1: Brainstorming Simple Projects
  - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Generating ideas for fun and simple circuit projects.
- Lesson 2: Gathering Materials and Tools
  - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Preparing and organizing circuit components for a project.

Section 2: Building a Flashing Light Circuit
- Lesson 1: Understanding the Basics of a Blinking Circuit
  - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Learning how circuits can create visual effects like blinking lights.
- Lesson 2: Step-by-step Construction of a Flashing Light Project
  - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Assembling the circuit to create a flashing LED effect.

Section 3: Creating an Audio Circuit
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Sound in Circuits
  - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Basic principles of how circuits can produce sound.
- Lesson 2: Building a Simple Audio Project
  - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Hands-on activity to create a circuit that makes sound using a buzzer.

Section 4: Experimenting with Variable Circuits
- Lesson 1: Using Variable Resistors and Dimmers
  - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Exploring the role of variable resistors in controlling circuit output.
- Lesson 2: Practical Project: Creating a Dimming Light
  - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Building a circuit that allows the brightness of an LED to change.

Section 5: Documenting and Sharing Your Projects
- Lesson 1: Recording Your Circuit Designs
  - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: How to keep a simple project journal to track designs and outcomes.
- Lesson 2: Presenting Your Circuit Project
  - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Learning to share and explain your circuit project to friends and classmates.

Module 5: Integrating Coding and Electronics with Snap Circuits

Section 1: Introduction to Basic Coding Concepts
- Lesson 1: What is Coding?
  - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: An introductory look at coding ideas that relate to controlling circuits.
- Lesson 2: Simple Logic and Sequencing in Projects
  - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Understanding simple sequences that can operate electronic projects.

Section 2: Using Sensors with Snap Circuits
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Sensors in Circuits
  - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Learning how sensors work and their basic principles.
- Lesson 2: Building a Sensor-Based Project
  - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Creating a project that employs a sensor to trigger a circuit action.

Section 3: Integrating a Microcontroller (Basic Concepts)
- Lesson 1: What is a Microcontroller?
  - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Simple explanation of a microcontroller and its role in circuit projects.
- Lesson 2: Programming a Basic Response
  - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Hands-on activity to program a microcontroller for a simple circuit function.

Section 4: Combining Coding with Circuit Behavior
- Lesson 1: Writing a Simple Code to Control a Circuit
  - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Introduction to basic programming logic that interacts with circuit elements.
- Lesson 2: Testing and Debugging Your Circuit Code
  - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Learning simple debugging techniques while running a coded circuit project.

Section 5: Final Project: Bringing It All Together
- Lesson 1: Planning a Combined Electronics and Coding Project
  - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Outlining a simple project that uses both circuit building and basic coding.
- Lesson 2: Building, Testing, and Sharing Your Final Project
  - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: A capstone project where students build, test, and present their integrated circuit and code project.