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National Grid's Energy Literacy Academy

Brought to you by National Grid and Earth Cubs. A flexible online programme for teachers of ages 3–7.
National Grid's Energy Literacy Academy
Modules
Module 1
Introduction to Energy Literacy

Kick off the Academy by exploring what energy is, where it comes from and why energy literacy matters for young learners.

Available from October 30
Module 2
Infusing Energy Literacy into Everyday Learning

Add an energy lens to any lesson. Explore electrical safety, Teaspoons of Change and how small actions multiplied by lots of people add up to big change.

Available from November 3
Module 3
Real-world Learning with National Grid

Bring real-world energy into your classroom with National Grid: power line safety, energy efficiency, the Sustainability Compass and provocations for any moment.

Available from November 6
Module 4
Unconference & Be More Earth Cubs!

Hand the conversation to your learners with an Unconference, research an authentic need with MISO and start shaping your Energy Literacy Action & Impact Plan.

Available from November 9
Module 5
Experiential Learning & the Energy Adventure Challenge

Make energy literacy personal, practical, tactile and tangible with an Energy Adventure Challenge exploring the energy marvels on your doorstep.

Available from November 13
Module 6
Action & Impact Plans: Celebrate and Graduate!

Share your Energy Literacy Action & Impact Plan, celebrate your learning, gain your certificate and join the alumni community.

What you'll learn

Brought to you by National Grid and Earth Cubs. A flexible online programme for teachers of ages 3–7.

Six self-paced sessions take you from the basics of energy literacy to a whole-class Energy Adventure Challenge, with classroom-ready videos, songs, posters and lesson plans at every step.

Complete the Academy to earn your Energy Literacy certification and join an alumni community of teachers from around the world.

  • Understand energy literacy and why it matters for children aged 3–7
  • Infuse energy into the lessons and routines you already teach
  • Go behind the scenes of the energy system with National Grid
  • Empower pupils to take action, then earn your certification and join the alumni community
National Grid

Created in partnership with National Grid

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