There is a blackout and you are stuck without power for a few days. Help your family by building a solar powered oven to cook your food.
Build a solar oven that can get to over 80’C using everyday materials.
This is a fun and easy activity that can be done by anyone that can use a pair of scissors.
The end result is incredibly effective and can easily be extended to learn about scientific measurements and controls.
The worksheet is self-contained on one sheet of paper minimising the amount of printing required. Instructions are included on the worksheet.
Materials needed:
- Worksheet
- Scissors
- Cling Wrap
- Thermometer (optional)
- Colour pencils to decorate
Follow up questions:
- How could you make your oven even hotter?
- How could you keep your oven hot even after the sun goes down?
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