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How does electricity get to our homes? Why is it important to conserve electricity? Find answers to these questions and more by exploring the Web sites below.

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PowerHouse Kids
http://www.powerhousekids.com/
The PowerHouse Web site contains information that give out tips and teach children about the importance of energy conservation. It also has relevant information for teachers and parents.

Dr. E's Energy Lab
http://www.eere.energy.gov/kids/
In Dr. E's Energy Lab, children can browse in the many different rooms covering all forms of energy and including tips on protection and safety. This site is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy.

Theater of Electricity
http://www.mos.org/sln/toe/toe.html
The Museum of Science in Boston has a great section of its Web site devoted to electricity, experiments, safety quizzes and other teacher resources. Begin your experiment now!

Warm Weather Tips
http://www.consumerenergycenter.org/tips/summer.html
This site from the California Energy Commission concisely summarizes many electricity conservation tips.


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