Standards-Based Materials & Guides
Belmont Municipal Light Department knows that teachers possess the power to enlighten students. We also know that any worthwhile effort requires commitment and resources. That’s why we're glad to offer you FREE educational materials.
Our materials teach students one of life’s most important lessons, the safe and responsible use of energy. Students will enjoy learning through books that are full of fun and interesting activities, experiments, stories, and facts. Additionally, our books address Massachusetts state standards and reinforce science, math, reading, and health skills.
For comprehensive, easy-to-use class lessons, be sure to download our companion teacher's guides.
Energy for Today and Tomorrow
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Grades K-2 |
Young children will enjoy learning about energy sources and wise energy use from a friendly dinosaur, through matching and identification games, tracing the path of electricity activity and a variety of coloring exercises. |
My Electrical Safety Activity Book
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Grades k-2 |
Kato’s STOP sign provides an easy-to-understand guide to electrical hazards. Teacher-endorsed early learning activities and coloring pages teach early readers and nonreaders how to spot danger fast. Parents will relax knowing little ones are savvy about safety. |
The Clubhouse Kids Make a Big Difference
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Grades 3-4 |
The Clubhouse Kids are in danger of being kicked out of their clubhouse if they don't reduce their energy use. Activities include cut-out tip cards, a home energy inspection, a club membership certificate, and more. |
Electrical Safety World
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Grades 3-4 |
This imaginative activity book helps teach mandated science concepts while reinforcing safety messages. Engaging content includes how energy is made, renewable and nonrenewable energy resources, indoor and outdoor safety, and electrical emergency procedures. |
Hands-on Energy Efficiency
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Grades 5-6 |
Empower upper elementary and middle school kids with a wide range of ideas and solid reasons to influence their family’s and school’s energy habits. Students calculate how much money they can help save and much more. |
Shocking Truth About Electrical Safety
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Grades 5-6 |
This outstanding discovery workbook inspires student interest in electrical safety. Teaches how to assess risk and avoid accidents through hazard recognition, response and prevention. |
Electrical Safety World Video
Grades 3-7
An entertaining educational video that stars talented child actors. Live action, animation, and clever dialogue will keep your students glued to the screen as they learn how to stay safe. Five episodes cover electricity basics, conductors and insulators, indoor safety, outdoor safety, and fallen power lines. View them with your class and use our teacher’s guide and student study sheets for a more comprehensive classroom lesson.
