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Energy The learner will build an understanding of forms and sources of energy. 1. Assess
the sources and forms of energy (heat, light, electricity, mechanical
motion, and sound). 3. Analyze the interaction and transformation of the forms of energy. LEARN Lesson
Plans: Energy Week - This study of energy covers hydroelectric, wind, solar, and geothermal energy. Information is given and at least one hands on activity to illustrate the concept. Ask An Energy Expert - Still can't find that answer you've been looking for? Look no further. Just ask an expert! The Energy Story - Get LOTS of information about the different forms of energy and learn about ways to conserve our natural resouces. Energy Quest - This super site is packed with information, puzzles, projects, activities, and more. EIA's Kid Page - Venture with Energy Ant as you learn about renewable and nonrenewable energy sources, how we use energy, pioneers in energy and more. This great site is from the Energy Information Awareness. You may want to check out the field trips here. NEED Curriculum Guides and Activities - You can download an energy student workbook and teacher's guide to use that ties in with much of your curriculum. There is information, puzzles, and activities. Fossil Fuels - Energy from our Past for our Future - Here's a good site with lots of easy-to-read information on fossil fuels. Watt's On Your Mind - This site with games, fun facts, and more, created by the EPA, EarthShare, and the Ad Council, helps students understand the importance of conserving energy and not wasting it. Rufus' Solar and Efficient Neighborhood - This cute and very informative site from Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Network explores the efficient uses of energy at home and in our environment. Check out the following movie, experiments and activities from BrainPop.com - Energy Sources, Fossil Fuels, Wind, and Heat. Remember, if you’re using them at school, Baucom can only access it 3 times in a day. You can access the activities as often as you’d like though. Webquests:
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