During visits to the Moulin David by the general public, we noticed the interest shown by many children in real-life electricity production. So we set up a fun educational workspace for them to discover the magic of electricity.
At the Moulin David, volunteers from the Divonnelectro association present interactive demonstrations and experiments on:
Innovative interactive models have been specially created to show and understand the working principles of a mill:
Through fun experiments and the use of educational equipment, they discover many remarkable ways of producing static electricity and an electric current.
In conclusion, they will see first hand the transformation of energy from the waters of the Divonne-Versoix river into electricity to light up electric bulbs. All this thanks to the Moulin David’s imposing hundred-year-old machines which have been so remarkably restored.
A second group alternates with a visit outside along the Divonne-Versoix river and its channels to bring to life the numerous mills that once operated along it.
The visits are suitable for students and activity centre participants starting from CE2 .
The workshop consists of two 45-minute sessions, lasting an hour and a half plus a 15-minute break. We divide a class into two groups. One group begins outside along the Divonne-Versoix discovering the history of the mills, whilst the other is indoors participating in experiments with teachers, scientists and engineers.
No prior knowledge is required. We can also adapt to your specific needs and requests.
An opportunity for children to learn in a practical environment, to ask questions, and develop a taste for science.
For further information: info@divonnelectro.fr