[RE-wrenches] Small PV system/experiment for kids

[Karl Jaeger]

Hi Jason,
When I was in fifth grade I built a little PV project. It consisted of a very small module (smaller than a dollar bill) and a tiny dc motor mounted in a box with string hooked up to it, and some weights. I demonstrated how shading and irradiance levels affect how much weight the motor could lift. I received an 'A'.

Karl Jaeger
LightWave Solar Electric

From: re-wrenches-bounces at lists.re-wrenches.org [mailto:re-wrenches-bounces at lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Jason Szumlanski
Sent: Wednesday, December 12, 2012 8:08 AM
To: RE-wrenches
Subject: [RE-wrenches] Small PV system/experiment for kids

I have been approached by a local elementary school to develop a very small PV related experiment or system that is appropriate for children aged 9-11. Not having kids myself, I have no idea where to start with this. They are fine with mounting a PV panel on the roof, wall, or ground. They want something interesting and/or interactive that the students can monitor over time.

Has anyone done something like this that would be suitable?

Jason Szumlanski
Fafco Solar
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