Making Observations and Recording Data for Solar Powered Water Pumping
Intended Grade Level(s):
2-5
Learning Goal(s):
Students will be able to make observations and record data about how quickly a solar module will drive a pump to move water.
Lesson Number:
5
Pedagogy & Practice:
NGSS Science and Engineering Practices:
Estimated Activity Length:
1 hour 30 min
Relevant Common Core Standard(s):
Files Associated with this Activity:
Description:
Students use a solar module and water pump to test how quickly one cup of
water can be pumped.
Science Kit Material(s) Used:
1.5-Volt 500mA Solar Module
2-Volt, 500mA Solar Modules
Kidwind Small Water Pump
Multimeter
Other Material(s) Used:
Two small clear plastic tubs (small sandwich containers work well) with a cup measurement line marked on both (at one-cup and two-cup measurement points). Fill one plastic tub with water and the other one starts empty • Masking tape • Stop watch
