This worksheet asks you to sort picture cards into two groups:
Conductors and
Insulators.
Since the actual picture cards aren’t shown here, I’ll explain what goes in each column so you can do the sorting correctly when you have the cards.
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Step-by-step thinking:
1.
What is a conductor?
A conductor is something that lets electricity or heat flow through it easily.
Examples: metal spoon, copper wire, aluminum foil, iron nail, silver ring.
2.
What is an insulator?
An insulator does NOT let electricity or heat flow through it easily. It blocks or slows down the flow.
Examples: rubber band, plastic ruler, wooden pencil, glass jar, cloth, paper.
3.
How to sort:
- Look at each picture card.
- Ask: “Does this let electricity/heat pass through easily?” → If YES, put it under
Conductors.
- If NO, put it under
Insulators.
4.
Common mistakes to avoid:
- Don’t guess based on color or size — think about the material.
- Metal = usually conductor (unless coated with plastic/rubber).
- Plastic, wood, rubber, glass, fabric = usually insulators.
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Final Answer:
Sort the picture cards like this:
Conductors: Items made of metal (like spoons, wires, nails) or other materials that carry electricity/heat well.
Insulators: Items made of plastic, wood, rubber, glass, or cloth — things that block electricity/heat.
*(Note: Since no specific pictures were provided, this is the general rule for sorting. When you have your cards, use these rules to place them in the correct columns.)*
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of conductors and insulators worksheet 5th grade.
