Lesson Plan

Light Up Your Life

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How do lighting types affect energy efficiency? Explore different types of lighting and the energy they use. Pupils learn about types of lights and calculate the energy used during a typical school year. They discover that being energy efficient is more than turning lights off — it's an actual calculation!

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CCSS: Designed
NGSS: Designed
Classroom Considerations
  • For best results from this activity, the classroom should have multiple types of lighting
Pros
  • A hands-on activity that explores something tangible for students
  • An extensive teacher guide and explanation is provided
Cons
  • None
NGSS