Electric Circuits | KS2 Science Worksheets, STEM Activities & Printable Workbook

Help young learners understand how electric circuits work with Book 3 of the Young Physicists: Electricity Series. Designed for children aged 8–9, this printable A4 science workbook introduces the basic principles of electric circuits through colourful illustrations, simple explanations, engaging STEM activities, and interactive worksheets.

This resource helps pupils discover how electricity flows through a complete circuit, identify the different parts of a circuit, compare open and closed circuits, and investigate how switches control the flow of electricity. It is ideal for KS2 science lessons, classroom activities, homeschooling, independent learning, homework, and revision.

Pages Included:

Cover – Electric Circuits
Welcome Young Scientist!
What Is an Electric Circuit?
Parts of a Circuit
Closed Circuits
Open Circuits
STEM Experiment – Light a Bulb
The Switch
Circuit Detective
Circuits in Everyday Life
Electric Circuits Quiz
Young Physicist Certificate

Resource Details:

Series: Young Physicists – Electricity Series (Book 3)
Age Range: 8–9 Years
Key Stage: KS2
Format: Printable PDF
Page Size: A4
Length: 12 Pages
Full Colour
Ready to Print
No Prep Resource

Perfect For:

KS2 Science
Primary Science
Electricity Unit
STEM Activities
Science Worksheets
Classroom Lessons
Homeschool Education
Independent Learning
Homework
Revision Activities

Develop scientific understanding through engaging activities that encourage pupils to investigate electric circuits, identify circuit components, explore how electricity flows, and apply their knowledge to real-life situations.