Avalak and the Electric Prince

Avalak and the Electric Prince

Avalak and the Electric Prince

© Myriam Dielemans

This tale is intended for older children (aged 8-10 years old). The objective of this story is to show children how the energy taken from certain natural sources such as wind, sun and water can be used to produce electricity.

After the story, an easy experiment will allow the children to realise how certain chemical elements found in nature produce energy which can, in turn, be transformed into electricity.

From there, children go to the library or look on the internet to research more renewable energy sources, such as tomatoes, lemons, potatoes, and so on.

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