An Energy-Saving Adventure

“L ights aren’t the only things that use energy,” said Jared, looking around the room. “Let’s see…the TV, DVD player, radio, computer, refrigerator, and the heater all use energy, too.” “Well, what can we do about that?” asked Elena. “If we lose our clubhouse, we won’t be the Clubhouse Kids anymore.” “That’s right,” laughed Jenna. “We’d just be the Kids.” “I have an idea,” said Ray. He grabbed a pencil and paper. “If we look at all the ways we waste energy, maybe we can make a list of ways to save energy. Let’s start with the lights. Do we need to have all the lights on, all the time?” Look around the room you are in right now. Count all the things that use energy. 4

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