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Everyday energy

Grade level:
Grade 1 to 3 (Ontario)
Elementary cycle 1 to 2 (Quebec)
Fee:
$10 per student
Duration:
60 minutes

Dates offered: October 1, 2024 to May 30, 2025

Max. group size: 25

This program allows students to observe how their own energy can be converted into movement. They will also investigate how various forms of energy can be used to power everyday devices. As a hands-on case study, students explore the effect of a dam’s height, and observe how energy from falling water can be converted into the energy to light up an LED bulb.

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Lesson plan

Consult this lesson plan for ideas to extend the learning—and the fun!

Everyday energy: Lesson plan

Curriculum links

Grade 1:

  • Science and technology – Matter and energy: Energy in our lives

Elementary cycle 2:

  • Science and technology
    • Material world: Energy
    • Earth and Space: Energy

Fees

$10 per student. Please note a minimum fee of $150 applies.

Your school may be eligible for financial support. For more information, contact the customer engagement team.

*Program includes free admission for one adult for every four students. Please note that there is a mandatory minimum ratio of one adult for every 10 students. Any additional adults not included in the program fee will be required to pay the regular visitor fee at admission and will not be able to participate in the program. These requirements do not apply to groups with students who have special needs.

Reservations

Booking requests can be made through the school programs reservation request form.

You can also connect directly with our customer engagement team:
Email: contact@IngeniumCanada.org
Phone: 613-991-3053 or 1-866-442-4416

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