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Rain Barrel Workshop
August 7, 10 a.m.
Workshop full
Rain Barrel Workshop
August 7, 1 p.m.
Workshop full
Garbage 101
Sign up via this flyer to join the EAC in their first Family Eco Adventure where we will take a tour of the Normal Public Works Facility!
Space is limited so sign up A.S.A.P.!
Composting Workshop
Sign up now for the EAC's workshop where we teach you how to make your very own 32 gallon composting bin for your food scraps!
In School Programs
6th and 7th Grades – Energy Bike Play
What is the Energy Bike?
The energy bike is a stationary 21-speed bike designed to demonstrate
fundamental concepts of electricity and energy. The motor mounted to the back
of the bike acts as a generator and is connected to the display board where
light bulbs and other small appliances can be attached. When students ride the
Energy Bike, they are able feel the difference between the energy required to
light an incandescent bulb versus a compact fluorescent bulb or other small
appliances.
Learning Objectives
As a result of the Energy Bike Presentation, students will be able to:
- Use percentages and decimals to calculate energy efficiency
(Illinois Learning Standard 6.A.3).
- Compare quantities using the appropriate units and methods
(Illinois Learning Standard 7-A).
- Construct, read, and interpret graphs and charts to organize and represent data
(Illinois Learning Standard 10.A.3a).
- Explain interactions of energy with matter, including conservation of energy
(Illinois Learning Standard 12.C.3a).
- Identify advantages of energy conservation on local environment
(Illinois Learning Standard 13-B).
- Explain incentive for purchasing energy-efficient technologies
(Illinois Learning Standard 15-C).
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