Static Electricity Experiments Grades 1-3 - Free Printable

Here is the completed chart based on common experiences with static electricity. Since you cannot actually draw in this text box, I have described what you should draw in the "See" column.

Brainstorm List of Senses:
1. Hear: Listening for sounds (like crackles or snaps).
2. See: Looking with your eyes (seeing hair stand up or sparks).
3. Feel: Using your skin to feel sensations (like a shock, tingling, or things sticking).
4. Smell/Taste: Using your nose or tongue (usually not used for static electricity, so these are often left blank or marked as "none").

Completed Chart

| Situation | Hear | See (draw a picture) | Feel | Smell or Taste |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Balloon | A soft rubbing sound when you rub it on hair. | Draw: Hair standing straight up on end, or the balloon sticking to a wall by itself. | A tickle on your scalp; the balloon feels like it is "stuck" or pulling against your hand. | None |
| T.V. (Old style) | A high-pitched whine or static noise. | Draw: Tiny blue sparks jumping across the screen or dust floating near the glass. | Your arm hairs might stand up if you get close to the screen. | None |
| Touching something after walking on a carpet | A loud *SNAP* or *CRACK* sound. | Draw: A tiny yellow spark (like a mini lightning bolt) between your finger and the doorknob. | A sharp, quick sting or shock on your fingertip. | None |
| Paper | A crinkling or rustling sound. | Draw: Small scraps of paper lifting off the table and sticking to a plastic ruler or comb. | The paper feels light and seems to jump up toward the object without being touched. | None |
| Clothes | Crackling noises when taking off a sweater or jacket. | Draw: A shirt clinging tightly to your body, or socks sticking together in the dryer. | Clothes feel like they are hugging your skin too tight or sticking to your legs. | None |

Final Answer:
The chart above provides the descriptions for what you hear, see, and feel during static electricity situations. For the "See" column, remember to draw simple sketches like hair standing up, sparks flying, or paper sticking to a ruler. For "Smell or Taste," the answer is usually "None" because static electricity doesn't have a smell or taste.