Curated OER
Make Your Own Biodegradable Plastic Stuff
Students identify the four basic natural resources. They distinguish bettween renewable and non-renewable resources. Pupils recognize that all natural resources are needed by living plants and animals. Students list consequences for...
Curated OER
Floating Fishes: Fishing Expedition
A referenced PowerPoint is not included, but this lesson can still make an impact with emerging environmentalists. After introducing them to the facts about overfishing, they experiment with a fishing simulation using colored beads and...
Curated OER
Energy Sources and Use
Fourth graders study renewable and non-renewable sources of energy. Using the internet and multiple websites, 4th graders research and compare alternative energy sources. They present their findings to the class.
Curated OER
Energy for You
Students investigate the energy sources used in student's communities. They explore where the energy comes from, how it is transported, and the uses to which it is put. They review the meanings of vocabulary renewable and newable resources.
Other
Lehigh University: Energy
An inquiry-based science unit for middle school students centered on the world's energy sources. The lessons integrate technology and lab activities while teaching about energy sources, production, and consumption.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Materials Humans Use
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Just a few resources that we use for products that we like.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Materials Humans Use
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Just a few resources that we use for products that we like.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Renewable Versus Non Renewable Resources
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Distinguishes between renewable and nonrenewable resources.
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Moorland School: Earth Science Zone: Fossils Into Fuels
Learn that fossilized remains of dead plants and animals can form fossil fuels that are used to power to your car! Website describes the properties of crude oil, natural gas, and hydrocarbons.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Global Warming
[Free Registration/Login Required] A flipchart that provides information about global warming, and the issues associated with green energy production and usage.