Energy Saving Week is an awareness campaign that encourages people to save energy, reduce their carbon footprint, and promote sustainable practices.

Celebrating Energy Saving Week in early years settings can help introduce young children to the concept of energy conservation and the importance of protecting our environment.

Here are some ideas for celebrating in your early years setting.

Experiment with Renewable Energy: Set up simple, age-appropriate experiments or activities that demonstrate the concept of renewable energy. For example, use a small solar-powered toy to show how sunlight can be converted into energy or create a simple windmill to demonstrate wind energy.

Art and Craft: Create art projects inspired by energy conservation, such as designing posters that promote energy-saving tips, making collages with recycled materials, or painting pictures of renewable energy sources like solar panels or wind turbines.

Circle Time Discussion: Talk about simple ways to save energy, such as turning off lights when not in use, closing doors to keep heat in, and using energy-efficient appliances. Encourage children to share their ideas and experiences related to energy conservation.

By incorporating Energy Saving Week celebrations into your early years setting, you can introduce children to the importance of energy conservation, environmental protection, and sustainable living.