Lesson Planet
Search educational resources
  • Sign In Try It Free
  • AI Teacher Tools
    • Discover Resources Search reviewed educational resources by keyword, subject, grade, type, and more
    • Curriculum Manager (My Content) Manage saved and uploaded resources and folders To Access the Curriculum Manager Sign In or Join Now
    • Browse Resource Directory Browse educational resources by subject and topic
    • Curriculum Calendar Explore curriculum resources by date
    • Lesson Planning Articles Timely and inspiring teaching ideas that you can apply in your classroom
    • Our Story
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Testimonials
    • Contact Us
  • Pricing
  • School Access
    • Your school or district can sign up for Lesson Planet — with no cost to teachers
      Learn More
  • Sign In
  • Try It Free

Hi, what do you want to do?

Create a lesson plan
Create a lesson plan
Generate resources with 80+ AI teacher tools
Generate resources with 80+ AI teacher tools
Search 200,000 instructional videos
Search 200,000 instructional videos
Find a teaching resource
Find a teaching resource
Not Just a Corny Idea Lesson PlanNot Just a Corny Idea Lesson Plan
Publisher
Curated OER
Curator Rating
Educator Rating
Not yet Rated
Lesson Plan

Not Just a Corny Idea

Curated and Reviewed by Lesson Planet

Young scholars explore ways in which ethanol can be created using alternate energy sources.

6 Views 51 Downloads
Concepts

alternative energy sources, ethanol

Additional Tags

alternative energy, ethanol, social studies
Show More Show Less

Resource Details

Grade
6th - 12th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
3 more...
Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr
Instructional Strategies
Project-Based Learning
1 more...
Usage Permissions
Fine Print

See similar resources:

Activity

Exploring European Countries

West Liberty Community School District
Your class members will each explore a European country of their choice and report back to the class using a creative PowerPoint or Prezi. They will not only include a basic introduction to the country, but also what they discovered...
7th - 10th Social Studies & History
CCSS: Adaptable
Lesson Plan

Ready, Set, Save on Solar Energy Technology!

Kenan Fellows
Does your class have a bright future in the solar energy industry? Science scholars take an in-depth look at what's new in solar technology. After completing research into the solar industry, participants create and market a product in...
9th - 12th Science
Lesson Plan

Geothermal Energy in Latin America

Curated OER
Here is a wonderful series of lessons designed to introduce learners to the variety of renewable, clean energy sources used by people all over the world. Geothermal energy is the resource focused on. This particular sources of energy...
6th - 8th Science
Lesson Plan

Plants in Your Gas Tank: From Photosynthesis to Ethanol

Curated OER
Explore ethanol and how it is produced. Young scientists investigate photosynthesis and fermentation to the concept of conservation of energy and mass. They discuss the environmental and economical benefits of ethanol as a fuel additive.
7th - 12th Science
Lesson Plan

A Just War or Just a War?

Friends of Fort McHenry
What, if anything, makes a war "just"? This is an interesting and important question to explore with your class, and you can utilize an excellent lesson plan to support your group inquiry. The American Revolution and the War of 1812...
8th Social Studies & History
CCSS: Designed
Lesson Plan

Exploring a Teaching Career Through an Energy Lesson

Curated OER
Students design their own energy conservation lesson plan to teach elementary school students. They use this lesson to determine if they would like to pursue a teaching career
9th - 12th Science
Lesson Plan

An Air-Powered Car

Curated OER
Youngsters read text about an environmentally-friendly car. They try to figure out the meaning of the vocabulary in the text and discuss issues related to alternative energy sources. This thoughtful, well-designed plan has all the...
9th - 12th Social Studies & History
Website

Pro Con: Alternative Energy: Can It Effectively Replace Fossil Fuels?

ProCon.org
Website outlining the controversial issue of finding alternative energy sources to replace fossil fuels.
9th - 10th Social Studies & History
Primary

Pbs News Hour: America's Energy Addiction

PBS
In a February, 2006, report, NewsHour presents a discussion of George W. Bush's energy policy, rising gas prices, alternative energy sources, etc. Transcript, audio and video of report are available.
9th - 10th Social Studies & History
Lesson Plan

Grow it Now, Drive it Later?

Curated OER
What do corn and career exploration have in common? A lot, if you're considering an agricultural career that contributes to alternative fuel resources. Through a series of films, presentations, activities, and readings, learners will...
7th Career & Technical Education
Try It Free
© 1999-2026 Learning Explorer, Inc.
Teacher Lesson Plans, Worksheets and Resources

Sign up for the Lesson Planet Monthly Newsletter

Open Educational Resources (OER)

  • Health
  • Language Arts
  • Languages
  • Math
  • Physical Education
  • Science
  • Social Studies
  • Special Education
  • Visual and Performing Arts
View All Lesson Plans

Discover Resources

  • Our Review Process
  • How it Works
  • How to Search
  • Create a Collection

Manage Curriculum

  • Edit a Collection
  • Assign to Students
  • Manage My Content
Contact Us Site Map Privacy Policy Terms of Use