Chapter 6.6 (Science and Technology 5)

Project: Making an improvised solar heater

Work safely in groups.

You need these things to make a solar water heater:*

  • tin foil
  • a cutting tool
  • glue
  • cardboard box
  • a can or tin
  • any other suitable container for heating water

* Safety kit: Caution: Be careful with cutting tools. Avoid injuries. Always ensure that you and others are safe. Use the materials such as glue sparingly. Do not waste.

What you will do

Follow the steps labelled 1 to 4.

* Be careful with cutting tools. Prevent cuts and other injuries.

What other locally available materials can you use to make a simple solar water heater? Find out. Share the information with others.