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Plan Your Lesson: STEM Activities for Your Students

Choose your lesson. Use the filter to find lessons that match the STEM or STEAM standards you want to teach.

  • Science

    A Bright Idea: What Are Conductors, Insulators, and Circuits?

    Science as Inquiry
    Energy Sources, Forms and Transformation
    Science and Technology
    Personal and Social Perspectives

    Science

    Circuits, Conductors, and Insulators

    Science as Inquiry
    Energy Sources, Forms and Transformation
    Science and Technology
    Personal and Social Perspectives

    Science

    Electric Home Safety Checklist

    Science as Inquiry
    Personal and Social Perspectives
    Science and Technology
    Energy Sources, Forms and Transformation

    Science

    History of Electricity

    Personal and Social Perspectives

    Science

    It's Electric

    Energy Sources, Forms and Transformation
    Personal and Social Perspectives
    Science and Technology
    Science as Inquiry

  • Technology

    A Bright Idea: What Are Conductors, Insulators, and Circuits?

    Problem Solving and Decision Making Tools

    Technology

    Circuits, Conductors, and Insulators

    Communication Tools
    Problem Solving and Decision Making Tools

    Technology

    Electric Home Safety Checklist

    Communication Tools
    Problem Solving and Decision Making Tools
    Productivity Tools
    Research Tools

    Technology

    History of Electricity

    Communication Tools
    Problem Solving and Decision Making Tools
    Research Tools

    Technology

    It's Electric

    Communication Tools
    Problem Solving and Decision Making Tools

  • Engineering

    A Bright Idea: What Are Conductors, Insulators, and Circuits?

    Historical Perspective
    Design and Modeling
    Invention and Innovation
    Test Design and Troubleshooting
    Use and Maintain

    Engineering

    Circuits, Conductors, and Insulators

    Historical Perspective
    Design and Modeling
    Invention and Innovation
    Test Design and Troubleshooting
    Use and Maintain

    Engineering

    Electric Home Safety Checklist

    Historical Perspective

    Engineering

    History of Electricity

    Historical Perspective

    Engineering

    It's Electric

    Design and Modeling
    Historical Perspective
    Invention and Innovation
    Test Design and Troubleshooting
    Use and Maintain

  • Math

    A Bright Idea: What Are Conductors, Insulators, and Circuits?

    Connection to the Real World

    Math

    Circuits, Conductors, and Insulators

    Connection to the Real World

    Math

    Electric Home Safety Checklist

    Numbers and Operations
    Data Analysis and Probability
    Connection to the Real World

    Math

    It's Electric

    Connection to the Real World

  • Activities

    A Bright Idea: What Are Conductors, Insulators, and Circuits?

    Science as Inquiry
    Energy Sources, Forms and Transformation
    Science and Technology
    Personal and Social Perspectives
    Problem Solving and Decision Making Tools
    Historical Perspective
    Design and Modeling
    Invention and Innovation
    Test Design and Troubleshooting
    Use and Maintain
    Connection to the Real World

    Activities

    Circuits, Conductors, and Insulators

    Science as Inquiry
    Energy Sources, Forms and Transformation
    Science and Technology
    Personal and Social Perspectives
    Communication Tools
    Problem Solving and Decision Making Tools
    Historical Perspective
    Design and Modeling
    Invention and Innovation
    Test Design and Troubleshooting
    Use and Maintain
    Connection to the Real World

    Activities

    Electric Home Safety Checklist

    Science as Inquiry
    Personal and Social Perspectives
    Science and Technology
    Energy Sources, Forms and Transformation
    Communication Tools
    Problem Solving and Decision Making Tools
    Productivity Tools
    Research Tools
    Historical Perspective
    Numbers and Operations
    Data Analysis and Probability
    Connection to the Real World

    Activities

    History of Electricity

    Personal and Social Perspectives
    Communication Tools
    Problem Solving and Decision Making Tools
    Research Tools
    Historical Perspective

    Activities

    It's Electric

    Energy Sources, Forms and Transformation
    Personal and Social Perspectives
    Science and Technology
    Science as Inquiry
    Communication Tools
    Problem Solving and Decision Making Tools
    Design and Modeling
    Historical Perspective
    Invention and Innovation
    Test Design and Troubleshooting
    Use and Maintain
    Connection to the Real World

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Classroom Presentation

In-person classroom presentations can be scheduled. Click below to register.

E-learning presentations are available for absent students. Links can be posted to classroom software for families to review together.

A download is available for classrooms participating in teacher-directed programs.

Energy Safe Kids Presentation

Electric Safety

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    Booklet Resources

    Build your knowledge using the activity booklet. Click on the booklet and learn how you can help your students be Energy Safe Kids.

    Student Electric Safety Booklet

    Explore electric safety with your family.

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      Teacher Survey

      2025-26 Academy of Electric and Natural Gas Safety Education Program

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      Electrical Careers

      Students can discover their strengths and interests and then explore career possibilities that would be satisfying and a good match with their abilities. There is a high demand for workers in the energy field to help provide our energy needs for the future.

      There are many opportunities with excellent wages, from high-tech jobs requiring advanced degrees to those only requiring high school diplomas. Whether a person wants to work in an office or outdoors, there is an energy career to consider! Visit your local utility's website to learn more about career paths and energy careers in your community.

      • power line installer

        Line workers are responsible for transporting equipment to a job site and installing it. They repair cables, wires, transmission and distribution equipment that power buildings. Power lines, solar water heaters, photovoltaic panels, geothermal heat pump systems and many more systems need line workers. A high school diploma is necessary and a two year degree is optional. Salary range: $48,000 to $120,000

      • engineer

        An engineer is a problem-solver who works with electricity grid diagrams, leading projects, collecting data, improving productivity and supporting environmental, health and safety activities. An engineering degree in electrical or mechanical engineering is required. Salary range: $49,000 to $130,000

      • energy auditor

        An auditor completes estimations and inspections for energy equipment and the construction of buildings to make them energy efficient. They prepare reports summarizing energy analysis results and recommendations for energy cost savings. A high school diploma is necessary and a two year degree is optional. Salary range: $37,000 to $102,000

      • power line operator

        Operators manage the controls of power generation equipment that uses fossil fuels, nuclear or hydropower. A high school diploma is necessary and a two year degree is optional. Salary range: $44,000 to $93,000

      • safety manager

        A safety manager examines job sites, analyzes project materials and determines disposal methods. They comply with building codes and government regulations. A bachelor's degree and some years of experience (varies per company) are required. Salary range: $62,000 to $117,000

      • solar installer

        A solar technician assembles, installs or maintains solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on roofs or other structures in compliance with site assessment and schematics. May include measuring, cutting, assembling and bolting structural framing and solar modules. May perform minor electrical work such as current checks. A high school diploma or GED is necessary and while most companies prefer some experience, many will provide on-the-job training. Salary range: $44,000 - $62,000

      • wind turbine technician

        A wind technician assembles, installs or maintains wind turbines mostly in rural areas. A safety harness is worn to climb the towers when performing inspections. They conduct testing of the electrical, mechanical and hydraulic parts. They also maintain underground transmissions, such as fiber-optic cables. A high school diploma or GED is necessary and typically one to two years of on-the-job training. Salary range: $44,000 - $67,000

      • A meter technician installs and replaces meters as well as maintains them. Salary range: $41,000 to $47,000

      • technician survey mapping

        Surveying and mapping technicians collect data and create maps of the earth's surface to support construction, mining, boundary location and other purposes. Salary range: $37,000 to $70,000

      • power plant dispatcher

        A dispatcher's job is to respond to calls, provide information and coordinate the activities of people working. They retrieve information from relevant departments to answer questions and provide assistance. Salary range: $34,000 to $99,000

      • arborist

        Arborists are tree care professionals who maintain the health and safety of trees and shrubs. They recommend removing damaged or diseased trees that pose a safety hazard. Salary range: $46,500 to $60,675