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Louie’s Lab Software
The Louie’s Lab interactive program contains links for experiments, lessons and downloads for your classroom.
Full-Length Movies
Enjoy full-length movies from Louie the Lightning Bug®, Lenny and Dr. See!
Louie’s Field Trip
Let Louie the Lightning Bug® take students on field trip to learn about how electricity is generated, transmitted, used and how to be safe around it. This interactive, web-based presentation is available to show your class on a screen or whiteboard. You can also download a guide to assist you with the narrative for the presentation.
Welcome to Louie’s News!
Welcome to Louie's News! This is the place to look for the latest news, experiments, activities and other great materials for your classroom!
Drone Safety Tips
Keep your drone in sight at all times. Never fly drones (or kites, or balloons!) near powerlines or substations. Don’t leave drones charging overnight, the batteries could overcharge and cause a fire or explosion. Never fly near airports or airfields. Only fly your...
Space Heater Safety Tips
During the coldest part of the year, families often use electrical space heaters to add a little more warmth to areas inside the home.Follow these safety tips with safety tips with space heaters:Position them away from flammable materials, and outside of normal paths...
Water Measuring Activity
Water is often used as an analogy when teaching basic science concepts of electricity; the relationship between voltage and amperage is often compared to the volume and speed of water traveling through various sized pipes. The following activity uses water to teach...