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Discover what makes a cup of tea feel hot one minute and cold the next. Young physicists learn about thermal energy, why substances feel hot or cold, and the three means of thermal energy transfer: conduction, convection, and radiation in an engaging video. Participants complete a fill-in-the-blank activity to apply concepts from the video.
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Concepts
Instructional Ideas
- Conduct a think-pair-share activity using a prompt about why substances feel hot and/or cold
- Review worksheet answers to facilitate a class discussion and assess understanding
Classroom Considerations
- Pause and rewind the video as needed since some parts move quickly
Pros
- Follow-up worksheet provides formative assessment opportunity
- Concise activity makes it ideal for introducing or reviewing thermal energy
Cons
- None