The central activity in Habits is the repair of a Habits House. On a poster of a house that depicts wasteful habits, students place stickers that show good energy habits instead. A spirited video called Scott's Energy Adventure reinforces the good habits students can adopt. The video mixes live actors with computer-animated cartoon characters. An Energenius Coloring Calendar presents energy-saving tips as monthly reminders.
Teachers find the Calendar especially appropriate for primary students.
Finally, students fill out a 10-question See and Check survey with the help of their families. This survey gives students practice in applying what they have learned in the classroom to their own homes. Energenius Measures Grades 4-5 Five lesson plans Understanding our own energy habits is a start toward saving energy. There are also measures you can take to install conservation devices such as energy-saver showerheads and attic insulation in your home. Energenius Measures focuses on both energy-saving measures and personal habits.