Smart meters help you understand how much energy your family is using so that you can make better energy choices! There are lots of fun things you can do to learn about smart meters and the kinds of activities you do to help your parents save energy!

Get Smart: Activities for Smart Kids and their Smart Meters

		Download fun "Get Smart" activity pages. This includes a coloring page, maze, word search and a fill in the blank puzzle.
		Download your Smart Meter coloring page.
		Download the "Be Wise with Watt" coloring book. Learn while you create great pictures that you can hang on the refrigerator.

Visit these fun kid sites for more games, tips and fun!

• US Department of Energy - Kids Site
  
  
• US Energy Information Administration - Kids Site
  
  
• ENERGY STAR® Kids Site
  

 

• Keep doors and windows closed when the air conditioning or heat is on.
  
  
• Turn off lights, the TV and other electronics when you leave the room.
  
  
• Unplug electronics like video games, computers and chargers when I'm done with them.
  
  
• Put your computer to sleep mode so that when not in use it won't drain electricity.
  
  
• Walk, Ride a bike, or skateboard instead of riding in a car.
  
  
• Tell my friends and family about the importance of saving energy.
  
  
• Ask my parents to replace old light bulbs with energy efficient 'swirly' bulbs.