Bring renewable energy to life with our “Solar farm in a box”
Are you looking for a fun, interactive way to bring renewable energy lessons into your classroom?
“Solar farm in a box” is full of resources designed to inspire the next generation. It takes solar energy out of the textbook and puts it directly into your students' hands through engaging, hands-on activities.
This box is designed for students aged 8-12 years old and includes curriculum linked lesson plans connected to electricity, renewable energy and biodiversity.
What’s inside the box?
We’ve chosen resources and equipment to simulate the workings of a solar or wind farm—right in your classroom. Each box includes:
Two boxes of robust solar educational circuit kits
A selection of fun solar-powered toys
Wildflower seed mixes to link learning to local biodiversity
Lux meters for real-world data collection
A hand-picked selection of age-appropriate books
Teacher-approved lesson plans
A one-hour online training session with an Earth Energy Education consultant
(Extra training available upon request)
Every item has been chosen to help you bring energy and climate topics to life while supporting key areas of the curriculum.
Why teachers love it
Interactive learning
Hands-on tools and activities keep students engaged while encouraging teamwork, creativity, and independent thinking.
Supports STEM education
Students gain practical experience with science and maths concepts as they build, test, and learn from real renewable energy technology.
Builds environmental awareness
Help students understand the importance of clean energy and climate action in a way that feels empowering and hopeful.
Long-term value
The contents are reusable across year groups and classes—making it a lasting investment in your school's sustainability journey.
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