Super scientist: Nikola Tesla

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Electricity

How can I use this with my class?

Use these resources to inspire your classes interest in electricity by exploring the like of Nikola Tesla, the engineer and inventor. Use the life story worksheet to practice reading comprehension and answer the super scientist quiz to check for understanding.

You could also use the presentation to help your class understand Nikola’s challenges and how each invention led onto the next. Use the creative writing sheet to build awareness of the importance of business in science and promote one of Nikola’s products.

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