Electron 'Do Demo PDF

Electrons are small, charged particles that can be collected from hair using an inflated, rubber balloon. Curiously, that is exactly what this lab has you do. One charged, the balloon can influence hair follicles, stick to walls, irritate the class gerbil, you name it. Tons of fun on the cheap. Grades 2-6

SCIENCE OF WIZARDING:  Accio Summoning Charm

This spell is used frequently throughout the books and Harry used it to retrieve his broom. We are going to use a rubber balloon to collect electrons from the hair of a volunteer. Upon issuing the command, “accio”, the hair follicles are summoned (attracted) to the balloon.