Solar House Kits - Solar Learning Tools for Anyone

Solar house kits are an exciting learning tool for students (young and old). The kits involve assembling a house model that is built to scale and powered by solar energy. From a project like this, the students learn what is involved in powering by solar technology. They learn the different parts and how it all works.

The solar house kit includes the model house parts and:

• Low voltage Solar Motor
• 1 Plastic Propeller
• 1 Rechargeable Battery
• 1 Battery holder
• 1 Diode
• 1 Test Lead
• 1 Pushbutton Switch
• 1 Solar Water Collector
• 1 Set of tubing

The students have to put all of these pieces together in the model home. The solar house has solar panels, a windmill, a desalination plant, and a greenhouse. Students learn how to harness energy from the sun and the wind and how to construct a total system that is energy efficient and environmentally friendly. They also learn about electrochemical and plant energy and how all of these affect the environment.

The solar house kits are intended for students aged twelve and up. The assembly of the solar house is not difficult but students must have enough of a grasp of physical science to understand the concepts involved and an appreciation for the environment. This kit can be a group class project or something a student can use for entry into a science fair where the student can demonstrate knowledge of the science principles involved.

The solar house kit is available on the internet from a variety of outlets. Land-based science oriented stores will also have the kits.