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Energy for Sustainable Development

Esd Bulgaria: Kids & Energy: Electricity

For Students 3rd - 8th
Electricity is the flow of electrical power or charge. It is a secondary energy source which means that we get it from the conversion of other sources of energy, like coal, natural gas, oil, nuclear power and other natural sources, which...
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TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: What Is Energy?

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
With an introduction to the ideas of energy, students discuss specific types of energy and the practical sources of energy. Hands-on activities help them identify types of energy in their surroundings and enhance their understanding of...
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Energy and Work Amusement Park Style

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This is a instructional activity presenting energy and work. It covers: types of energy, forms of energy, work, law of conservation of energy, and renewable and nonrenewable energy sources. In the activities section, one will find links...
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Other

Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection: Just for Kids: Energy

For Students 3rd - 8th
Where does energy come from? What are non-renewable energy sources? How can we conserve energy? Learn the answers to these questions and more.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Life Science: 12.29 Renewable Resources

For Students 5th - 9th
Learn how some renewable resources contribute to alternative energy sources.
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Next.cc

Next: Wind Power

For Students 3rd - 8th
Engage in the activities provided to learn how the wind is an important source of energy. Click on the links for further exploration
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Other

Energy Resources: Hydro Electric Power

For Students 9th - 10th
Alternative forms of energy site showcases Hydro-electric power. Discover how it works, it's advantages and disadvantages as well as whether or not it's considered to be a renewable resource.
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NASA

Nasa: Climate Kids: Renewable Energy Scientist

For Students 3rd - 8th
A conversation with Tom Zambrano, a scientist who studies wind and ocean energy.
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TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Power to the People

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students read and evaluate descriptions of how people live "off the grid" using solar power and come to understand better the degree to which that lifestyle is or is not truly independent of technological, economic and cultural...
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NASA

Nasa: Climate Kids: Huge Machine Harnesses the Tides

For Students 3rd - 7th
Learn how an alternative energy source called tidal energy works, and find out where it is being harnessed.
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Waste Not, Want Not: Use the Microbial Fuel Cell to Create Elec

For Students 9th - 10th
Gross. What is that in the toilet? But maybe it's not just gross. Did you know there are bacteria that digest organic waste and create electrons? What if there was a way to collect those electrons to power a circuit? In this science fair...
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Other

Union of Concerned Scientists: Science for a Healthy Planet and Safer World

For Students 9th - 10th
The official website for Union of Concerned Scientists provides information on environmental issues and suggestions on actions people can take to curb environmental harm.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Hydroelectric Power Study Guide

For Students 4th - 8th
Review the main concepts of hydroelectric power with this review guide.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Wind Power Study Guide

For Students 6th - 8th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This study guide summarizes key points about wind energy. Includes a few questions to check for understanding.

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