Energy Express
Featuring a new episode from the popular TV series Ramdam that’s been especially created for Hydro-Québec, this kit focuses on electrical safety. Its aim: make students think. The kit serves as the basis for a classroom discussion.
The kit also contains two lavishly illustrated student workbooks packed with concepts, games, puzzles and information on a variety of topics related to electricity.
Topics
- Energy sources
- Producing electricity
- Electricity at home and its applications
- Indoor and outdoor plug-in appliances
- Hazardous situations
- Safety precautions
- A variety of games related to electricity
Useful information
Objectives
Encourage students to:
- understand how electricity gets from the power station to the home
- recognize different energy sources
- recognize different hazardous situations
Promote safe practices around electricity
Target audience
Elementary Cycle 3 (ages 10 to 12)
Cost
Free!
Kit contents
- Pouch
- Teacher’s Guide
- Two workbooks for student (nos. 1 and 2) (additional copies can be ordered separately)
- DVD of the Ramdam episode entitled “La tension monte”
- CD containing the document Electricity from the power station to the home
Duration
Approximately 20 minutes to watch the episode
15 to 30 minutes per activity/game
Links
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English Read a variety of texts |
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English Read a variety of texts |
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Science and Technology Earth and Space [Energy] |
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Health and wellness Encourage students to take a thoughtful approach to developing good habits in terms of health, wellness, sexuality and safety. |
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