Exploring Forms of Energy

This lesson helps students explore and learn about different forms of energy: mechanical, chemical, electrical, sound, light and heat. This lesson works students through the Engage, Explore, and Explain sections of the 5E model. This lesson can be completed over one or two 50-minute science blocks depending on time you give students for each activity. During this lesson students will work in groups to sort pictures according to different forms of energy. After sorting the pictures, the teacher and students will come together to discuss and define the different forms of energy and where each picture should be sorted and why.
Resource ID#: 46550 Type: Lesson Plan
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Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 5
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, LCD Projector, Overhead Projector
Instructional Time: 1 Hour(s) 30 Minute(s)
Keywords: Energy, Mechanical Energy, Chemical Energy, Electrical Energy, Sound Energy, Heat Energy, Light Energy, Forms of Energy, Kinetic Energy, Potential Energy
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan
Resource Collection: CPALMS Lesson Plan Development Initiative

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