We love lightning, too. Jax and I love how the whole world can seem to light up for a second and then go dark again. And the thunder. The thunder is terrific, too.
Lightning is all about balance.
If electrical charges aren't balanced, a spark connects the unbalanced parts and balances the charge. You Can make a tiny model of lightning. Share it at school. You'll use the pen as a handle later on. Put the foam on a table and start stroking it with the socks.