At this point in the unit, there exists many possibilities for pupil-parent participation. With the permission of their parents, the students are instructed to call the U.I. for the I.D. number of their electric account. At this time children are encouraged to get into the habit of reading their electric meters and checking utility bills for accuracy. As a writing exercise the children will compose a letter to their parents informing them of what they are doing and are to be used as verification that parents approve and are willing to offer assistance. Also children will write for information specifically for pamphlets “You and Your Electric Company”, “How to Understand Your Electric Bill”. (See Bibliography)
Using “How to Read Your Meter” as a guide, show students how to read a meter and how to determine daily, weekly or monthly consumption. Distribute meter reading exercises.
