A website dedicated to helping professional development providers, teachers, and parents instill energy literacy
For Parents
How to Use These Resources
If you are a parent, search our resources for energy activities to use at home. View our featured resources below or search our FULL RESOURCE DATABASE TO THE RIGHT.”
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How To Smile
This website contains over 3,000 free science and math activities hand-picked from community educational organizations. We take you directly to the energy page, divided into the essential principles of energy set by the U.S. Department of Energy. Each comes with a description and links to activities on that principle.
DOE Energy Framework
The Energy Literacy: Essential Principles and Fundamental Concepts for Energy Education identifies seven principles that are viewed as essential to become an informed energy citizen. Before starting an activity, use these concepts to frame your understanding.