Design a Shoebox Solar Home Activity
A collection of solar-powered homes similar to the one students will design in miniature.
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| Heliophysics Big Ideas |
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| Heliophysics Topics |
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| Material Cost per Learner | $1 – $5 |
| Language | English |
Explore solar energy and insulation with this hands-on experiment. In this activity, students will explore how energy from the Sun can be collected and used to heat buildings.
The activity guide includes instructions on how to construct a small model of a solar-powered house using a shoebox and some assorted household goods. By experimenting with this design, students will learn more about how Solar Energy can be used to power our homes and better our lives.