#EnergySmartSTART program

The energy programs for students were developed by Science Island STEAM Kaunas team in collaboration with Ignitis #EnergySmartSTART program.

The activities are free of charge and funded by Ignitis #EnergySmartSTART program. Registration: steam@mokslosala.lt.

Who was the first to invent the electric light bulb?

In this program students will learn about the history of the invention of the electric light bulb, discover who were the first to invent it, explore different methods of electricity generation, and find out how electrical energy travels from power plants to our home.

Working in groups, students will explore and create electrical circuits, discuss and build functioning light bulbs, conduct tests, and record their results. These hands-on activities will help them better understand how an electrical circuit works, why it is important to use energy responsibly, and how different methods of electricity generation affect our environment. This program will spark not only curiosity and creativity but also communication skills and critical thinking abilities.

The program is designed for students in grades 1-4
Duration – 60 minutes

Green energy: is it always renewable?

A team of scientists has discovered a remote island where and independent camp, powered by renewable energy, is planned. You are invited to assist as young engineers, with the mission to design a prototype wind turbine, test its operation, and enhance the system with an energy storage solution so that electricity can be used even when the wind calm down.

The workshop uses LEGO SPIKE, LEGO Motion, and other educational kits focused on renewable energy, learn about the main energy sources in Lithuania and around the world, and gain a better understanding of how solar, wind, hydroelectric, and biomass energy system work.

The program is designed for students in grades 5-8
Duration – 60 minutes

Mission: Responsible Electricity Consumption

Your school has unexpectedly entered the national “Energy Challenge” tournament. Due to increasing electricity supply disruptions, the administration is looking for a team to develop an affective energy consumption solution. A simulation mode is activated: several classrooms are disconnected from the power supply, lights dim, and devices stop working. To escape this “energy lock”, you will need to find efficient ways to use electricity.

In this workshop, through engineering and technological thinking, students will explore the challenges of sustainable energy: they will analyze how much energy their households consume, examine modern solutions for saving electricity, and use microcontrollers to create prototypes of smart energy-saving mechanisms. Through these experiments, participants will develop not only a responsible approach to energy use but also critical thinking, creativity, and engineering problem-solving skills.

The program is designed for students in grades 7-12
Duration – 60 minutes