Are you a parent of a young child who loves books?
If so, you will probably know that this week is Book Week and the power (pun intended) of stories that impact the lives on young children. But did you know there is research showing that children are already starting to make subconscious decisions about their future aspirations and opportunities from as young as seven and that exposure to different careers, jobs and industries in primary school can broaden their future interests?
For this reason, the API have put together a list of eight books for your primary school aged children in your life, to help inspire and inform them on the importance of the power sector.
The father of a one-year-old was inspired to tell the story of clean energy through a fun and engaging book that brings children, their families and educators together – and he suggests our politicians too – to understand the science and emotions of the energy transition.
This practical and reassuring picture book will help children understand climate change and the ways in which they can make a difference. A great gift idea for any young change maker.
The New York Times bestselling memoir of the heroic young inventor who brought electricity to his Malawian village.
Superpower is packed with engaging and entertaining information for kids and their families, including helpful tips on easy ways to reduce energy consumption in our day-to-day lives. Learn the history of energy through time, discover how energy is produced and delve into the many forms of renewable energy available to us today.
Kid-Engineer is the perfect introduction to the topic for budding young engineers. Each book focuses on one of the key engineering disciplines, breaking it down to make it interesting and accessible for young readers. Simple step-by-step activities bring the learning to life and encourage readers to develop their own engineering and design skills.
Engaging topics that will inspire primary-aged kids to ask questions, experiment and learn about how scientific principles impact the way we live.
A SPARKY introduction to the science of electricity - the power behind smartphones and thunderstorms and vacuum cleaners. It lights up our homes and cooks our food, but what IS it and where does it come from? Lift the flaps and try some simple experiments to find out.
Electronics come alive with hands-on activities for kids ages 5 to 10. The world of electrical engineering is packed with awesome ways for kids to learn and play! Filled with glowing, buzzing, and spinning fun, this guide to electronics for kids helps them fall in love with science as they explore the mechanics behind everyday devices.
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