Learning About Electricity is Fun!
The website kids can visit to learn how electricity works and the principles and practices of electrical safety. The site offers interactive games, experiments, and activities. Teacher's guides are also available.
Visit the Electric Universe with Louie the Lightning Bug and take an e-adventure through the science and history of electricity. Want to learn how you can become a Louie the Lightning Bug Safety Ranger?
Here's Some Very Important Safety Rules to Follow
It's a good idea to talk about them with an adult.
Things to remember:
- Never touch electrical cords that are broken or have wire showing.
- Don't pry your toast out of a toaster with a knife or fork.
- Never stick your fingers or anything else into light sockets or appliances.
- Don't ever stick anything but an electrical plug into an electrical outlet.
- To unplug a toaster, a lamp, or anything else, pull on the plug, never the cord.
- Never touch anything electrical if you're wet or standing in water.
- If you see a fallen power line, STAY AWAY.
- Never fly kites, model airplanes or balloons near power lines.
- Don't climb power poles or trees near power lines.
- Never touch or go near electrical equipment.
- If you see anything marked "Danger," "High Voltage," or "Keep Out," STAY AWAY!