What is Energy? Where does it come from?
Intended Grade Level(s):
4-5
Learning Goal(s):
Students will obtain basic background information on energy. Students will use their background knowledge to determine what different examples of energy are.
Unit:
Lesson Number:
1
Pedagogy & Practice:
NGSS Science and Engineering Practices:
Estimated Activity Length:
50 min
Files Associated with this Activity:
Description:
Students will be introduced to the scientific meaning of energy and complete a lesson on forms of energy vs. sources of energy. They will learn that most of the energy they use comes from fossil fuels. (Petroleum 35%, Natural Gas 27%, Coal 18%=82%)
Engagement Teaser: The teacher will let the students know that they will be using what they learn about energy in this unit to cook and egg using the sun’s energy.
Lesson Plan Extensions for this Activity:
Other Material(s) Used:
• Solar Energy Student Workbook • Access to website: http://www.eia.gov/kids/ • Chart paper and markers • Free Workbooks from Portland General Electric: Your Renewable Energy World, Energy Efficiency World, The Clubhouse Kids Make a Big Difference
