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Energy Efficient Homes
Students observe and gather data from a model simulated home. In this efficiency lesson students examine the factors that influence energy efficiency, complete a lab activity then draw conclusions from their data.
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Sunspots
Students examine what a sunspot is and how it is produced. In this sun lesson students locate and measure sunspots then view them through a camera.
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DIY Lava Lamp
Young scholars examine lava lamps and what causes them to work. For this density lesson students make a lava lamp and write the scientific explanation of what happens.
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Rechargeable Batteries
Young scholars explore how rechargeable batteries work by conducting a series of experiments. In this physics lesson, students discuss the benefits of using rechargeable batteries over disposable ones. They build their own battery...
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Primary Energy Sources Pros and Cons
Students explore the different types of renewable and nonrenewable energy sources. In this earth science activity, students discuss the pros and cons of each type. They conduct a variety of experiments on renewable energy.
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Cool Chemistry- DIY pH Indicator
Young scholars study the differences between an acid and a base. In this pH lesson students view a demonstration then test chemicals in groups.
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Spectroscope
Students examine how to apply conservation of energy and properties of matter to a spectroscope. In this energy lesson students build their own spectroscope and observe three kinds of spectra.
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Eating Up Energy
Students examine the amount of energy that is consumed in different countries and see the global effects. In this energy lesson students calculate the amount of CO2 released as a by product and map the impact of its emissions.
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Energy and Cars: What Does the Future Hold?
High schoolers examine alternative energy. In this research based lesson, students study alternative energy and how it will influence transportation in the future. They will write a report and give an oral presentation of their findings.
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Electricity
Students identify the different professions that are related to electricity. In this professions lesson students write a story about performing one of these jobs and share it with the class.
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Methods of Power- Solar, Hydrogen, and Electric
Learners examine solar, hydrogen, electric power. In this research based lesson, students will do simple investigations, view videos, discuss, and research how these three types of energy are used for power. They illustrate a...
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Energizing Resources
Seventh graders describe electrical energy and how it is produced. In this natural resource instructional activity, 7th graders explain the various ways of obtaining and using natural resources for energy and the environmental...
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Heat Loss and Cool Gains
Fifth graders predict what happens when cold and hot water are mixed together. In this physics lesson, 5th graders discuss how heat transfer takes place. They record temperature readings and compare it with their prediction.
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Simulating the Greenhouse Effect in a Terrarium
Students identify what factors effect global warming and how the greenhouse effect occurs. In this environmental lesson students view videos then complete an experiment using a terrarium to observe greenhouse gas.
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The Magic of Solar Thermal: How the Sun Can Be Used to Heat Water
Students are introduced to how the sun is used to heat water. In this solar lesson students identify the different types of solar water heating and demonstrate how it works.
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How Solar Cells Work: Converting Sunlight to Electricity
Students examine how to convert sunlight to electricity. In this renewable energy sources lesson students explain how solar cells are used and use a voltmeter to measure the energy produced by a solar panel.
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The Power of PV: Measuring the Power and Energy of Photovoltaic System
Students explore photovoltaic systems. In this alternative energy lesson, students calculate solar panel efficiency and convert devices to solar energy using photovoltaic cells.
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Our Solar Roof
Students sketch what a solar installation will look like. In this energy lesson, students examine the benefits of using solar energy. They record a video on the installation event for further study.
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Measuring Solar Energy
Students study solar energy and how to measure it. In this energy sources lesson students complete a lab, obtain data and use that to convert surface temperature to energy.
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Solar Cooker Challenge
Students use the scientific method to design a slow cooker. In this experimental method activity students measure temperatures and conversions of the solar cooker that they create.
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Catching Rays
Students investigate solar collectors. In this energy lesson, students create and demonstrate solar collectors. They will use measurement, data collecting, and analyze their findings to determine the best orientations for their solar...
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Balloon Ball Bounce
Young scholars investigate energy conversions. For this physical science lesson plan, students make balloon balls to better understand rebound and the law of conservation of energy. The young scholars will use there balloon balls in a...
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Night Golf Classroom Guide
Learners read the story "Night Golf" and respond to questions that enhance their comprehension of the book's message. In this reading instructional activity, students participate in a literature circle to explore reading passages....
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Food Chains & Food Webs
Tenth graders examine how energy is lost through different trophic levels. In this trophism instructional activity students construct a food web and view a video.