Powering Our Homes
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Provided by: ClimateScience|Published on: December 16, 2022
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Synopsis
- In this drawing activity, students are introduced to domestic energy consumption by thinking about the energy uses in their own homes.
- Students create a map of their home, describe the sources of their energy use, and develop ideas on how to reduce this consumption to help the planet.
Subjects: Science, Social Studies, Visual and Performing Arts
Authors: ClimateScience
Region: Global
Languages: English
Teaching Materials
Positives
- Through this fun drawing and coloring activity, the students can reflect on their actions and energy consumption and develop solutions to save energy. Thus, this activity represents a reflective practice.
Additional Prerequisites
- The teacher must print the student handout for each student.
- For additional background students can read Sven's Search for Clean Energy before the activity.
- This resource contains additional material presented in the "Sources" section about using energy wisely and saving it for the planet.
- Please be aware of your students' family life. Some students may be uncomfortable drawing or speaking about where they live. Allow your students to draw part of your school or a friend's or neighbor's house if that makes them feel more comfortable.
Differentiation
- Students can be challenged to create an energy action plan in their household, with steps to reduce energy usage.
- This activity can be used as part of a lesson on energy sources.
- Teachers can challenge students to complete as many of the energy-saving tasks as possible within a week. They can use a chart to help them record their progress and later share their experience with the class.
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