Students will use solar panels to power a small water pump and build a functioning fountain.  In doing so, they will learn how a solar panel works, collect data, and test variables as well as apply their observations to their engineering process as they improve their designs.
 
This kit includes:
Solar panels
Water pumps
Trays/bowls
Plasticine/clay
Small tubing (1/8”)
Medium tubing (1/4”)
Large tubing (3/8”)
 
NOT included:
Scissors
Water
Towel
Lamp (if you do not have good sunlight)
High wattage incandescent bulb (100 watts or higher)
Compact fluorescent bulb (optional)
LED bulb (optional)
Ruler
Protractor
Color acetate sheets (optional)
Alternative fountain building materials such as plastic bottles, large basins for water, more plasticine, straws, etc.
 
Additional Equipment Needed:
Lights (or sun)
 
Worksheets:
Solar Fountain Design Brief
Solar Fountain Activity Guide