Power of Nature: using electricity

This program encourages students to think about where their energy comes from. Through a collaborative exercise students will debate the pros and cons of different energy sources. Students will use watt meters to test how much energy is consumed by various appliances, learn how energy is measured, and discover ways to reduce their energy footprint. 

 

Length: 1 hour

Maximum capacity limit: 30 students 

Cost: $200 + GST*

*We strive for equal access for all Calgarians to environmental education and empowerment, so IF cost is a barrier, we ask that your organization makes the contribution that you can afford and you will be invoiced accordingly.

Required Resources: 

• Acess to electrical appliances to test (ie. laptops, chargers) 
• 5-6 tables or desks for collaborative activity 
• Smart board or multimedia projector with a computer

We also offer rental kits to extend your education experience. Click here to learn more about our rental kits.

 

Curriculum Connections

Current Curriculum connections:​​​​​​

Grade 5 science:

• Topic A: Electricity and Magnetism
• Topic B: Mechanisms using electricity

Drafted new curriculum connections:

• Energy: Understandings of the physical world are deepened through investigating matter and energy
  • Grade 5 science: What are energy resources?
  • Grade 6 science: How are energy resources used? ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​