Energy Hog Assembly Prop/Materials Suggestions
Note: Please note that you can hold a successful Energy Hog Assembly without any props! However, everyone has their
own style and comfort level; therefore creativity is encouraged keeping a few simple ideas in mind:
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The Energy Hog is not a person. He represents energy waste. People can create Energy Hogs through inefficient
energy use, but people are not Energy Hogs.
The Energy Hog should never be seen or photographed without the full costume.
Energy Hog Assemblies are rarely quiet. Students get very excited once the Energy Hog is present. If the
assembly involves teaching a key concept, you should give that information before the Energy Hog enters the
room. Once he is there all attention is on the Energy Hog!
Energy Hog Assemblies should be fun!
Be sure your location has accessible light switches or free-standing lamps for the Energy Hog to turn on
(therefore demonstrating waste)
Energy Hog Assemblies can be as elaborate or simple as you want; you can decide based on the amount of prep time
available and the location of the assembly. Below are some recommended props and ideas for more elaborate assemblies.
Recommended Props:
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CFL light bulb (may be real or print version)
Incandescent light bulb (may be real or print version)
Clip Board (to keep script handy)
Additional Props:
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Tri-fold posters with energy information
Auditing tools
o watt meter
o footcandle meter
o temperature gun
Power Points with energy information
Free-standing lamps
Chair (to put Energy Hog into Time Out)
Energy information ideas:
o Wattage of CFL vs. wattage of incandescent (often 12 watts vs. 60 watts)
o Footcandle reading of CFL vs. footcandle reading of incandescent
o Highest temperature of CFL vs. highest temperature of incandescent (often 180 vs. 350)
o Recommended thermostat set points (68 in winter and 78 in summer)
Insulation
HVAC filters (can be clean or dirty)
"magic" wand for students to "defeat" the Energy Hog (NOTE: this is not recommended for
very young children who need to understand that being energy efficient is real; "magic" isn't
necessary)
Hog Buster hat, bow tie, big glasses, or other personal items to enhance the character
Have fun, be creative, and enjoy!