Topic 4
How do different forms of energy move and transform and move in a system? (Number of sessions: 25)
SC.6.P.11.1 (view) (Number of sessions: 2)
Explore the Law of Conservation of Energy by differentiating between potential and kinetic energy. Identify
situations where kinetic energy is transformed into potential energy and vice versa.
SC.7.P.11.3 (view) (Number of sessions: 5)
Cite evidence to explain that energy cannot be created nor destroyed, only changed from one form to another.
SC.7.P.11.1 (view) (Number of sessions: 5)
Recognize that adding heat to or removing heat from a system may result in a temperature change and possibly a
change of state.
SC.7.P.11.4 (view) (Number of sessions: 5)
Observe and describe that heat flows in predictable ways, moving from warmer objects to cooler ones until they
reach the same temperature.
SC.7.P.11.2 (view) (Number of sessions: 5)
Investigate and describe the transformation of energy from one form to another.
SC.8.P.9.3 (view) (Number of sessions: 3)
Investigate and describe how temperature influences chemical changes.
MAFS.6.SP.2.5 (view) (Number of sessions: 3)
Summarize numerical data sets in relation to their context, such as by: Reporting the number of observations.
Describing the nature of the attribute under investigation, including how it was measured and its units of
measurement. Giving quantitative measures of center (median and/or mean) and variability (interquartile range
and/or mean absolute deviation), as well as describing any overall pattern and any striking deviations from the
overall pattern with reference to the context in which the data were gathered. Relating the choice of measures of
center and variability to the shape of the data distribution and the context in which the data were gathered.
LAFS.8.SL.1.3 (view) (Number of sessions: 3)
Delineate a speaker s argument and specific claims, evaluating the soundness of the reasoning and relevance and
sufficiency of the evidence and identifying when irrelevant evidence is introduced.
MAFS.7.SP.2.4 (view) (Number of sessions: 3)
Use measures of center and measures of variability for numerical data from random samples to draw informal
comparative inferences about two populations. For example, decide whether the words in a chapter of a seventhgrade science book are generally longer than the words in a chapter of a fourth-grade science book.
LAFS.8.SL.2.4 (view) (Number of sessions: 3)
Present claims and findings, emphasizing salient points in a focused, coherent manner with relevant evidence,
sound valid reasoning, and well-chosen details; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear
pronunciation.
LAFS.8.SL.1.2 (view) (Number of sessions: 3)
Analyze the purpose of information presented in diverse media and formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally)
and evaluate the motives (e.g., social, commercial, political) behind its presentation.
LAFS.68.WHST.1.2 (view) (Number of sessions: 3)
Write informative/explanatory texts, including the narration of historical events, scientific procedures/ experiments,
or technical processes. Introduce a topic clearly, previewing what is to follow; organize ideas, concepts, and
information into broader categories as appropriate to achieving purpose; include formatting (e.g., headings),
graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension. Develop the topic with
relevant, well-chosen facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples. Use
appropriate and varied transitions to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among ideas and concepts. Use
precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic. Establish and maintain a
formal style and objective tone. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the
information or explanation presented.
Know (Number of sessions: 5)
Explore the Law of Conservation of Energy by differentiating between potential and kinetic energy.
Know (Number of sessions: 5)
Site evidence to explain thate nergy cannot be created nor destroyed, only changed fro mone form to another.
Know (Number of sessions: 5)
Investigate and describe the transformation of energy from one form to another.
Know (Number of sessions: 5)
Recognize that adding heat to or removing heat from a system may result in a temperature change and possibly a
change of state.
Know (Number of sessions: 5)
Observe and escribe that heat flows in predicatble ways, moving from warmer objects to cooler ones until they
reach the same temperature.
Do (Number of sessions: 5)
Explain the difference between potential and kinetic energy.
Do (Number of sessions: 5)
Describe examples of Law of Conservation of Energy.
Do (Number of sessions: 5)
Identify and describe examples of transformation fo energy.
Do (Number of sessions: 5)
Explain specific heat. Explain adding and removing heat from a system results in a chenical change.
Do (Number of sessions: 5)
Describe how heat flows in predictable ways.
What is the difference between potential and kinetic energy and what are examples of each? (Number
of sessions: 5)
How is the prinicple of Conservation fo Energy applied to potential and kinetic energy? (Number of
sessions: 5)
What are some different forms of energy and examples of each? (Number of sessions: 2)
How deos energy transformation affect different froms of energy? (Number of sessions: 3)
How does adding or removing heat from a system result in a temperature change or change of state?
(Number of sessions: 5)
How can you explain that heat flow can be predicted and how is it measured? (Number of sessions: 4)
What are examples of energy transfer by conduction, convection and radiation? (Number of sessions:
1)
Potential/Kinetic Energy Simulation (view) (Number of sessions: 1)
Learn about conservation of energy with a skater! Build tracks, ramps and jumps for the skater and view the
kinetic energy, potential energy, thermal energy as he moves. You can adjust the amount of friction and mass.
Measurement and graphing tools are built in.
Roller Coaster Marbles: Converting Potential Energy to Kinetic Energy (view) (Number
of sessions: 2)
The goal of this project is to build a roller coaster for marbles using foam pipe insulation and to investigate how
much of the gravitational potential energy of a marble at the starting point is converted to the kinetic energy of the
marble at various points along the track.
Roller Coaster Marbles: How Much Height to Loop the Loop? (view) (Number of sessions:
2)
The goal of this project is to build a roller coaster for marbles using foam pipe insulation and to investigate how
much height is needed in order for the marble to run through a loop of fixed size.
The Power of Energy (view) (Number of sessions: 2)
Have you ever wondered how energy changes from one form to another? How you can put food in microwave, and
seconds later it is hot? What happens between the time you plug in a TV and you see a picture? Students will take
a deeper look into energy. What are all of the kinds of energy that help an object work? This lesson is a fun way to
involve kids in their learning and include technology to present.
Hot Sand (view) (Number of sessions: 1)
Students investigate how energy transfers and how motion affects temperature.
How Fast can Dominoes Travel in a Chain Reaction? (view) (Number of sessions: 2)
The students will complete an inquiry activity using dominoes to determine what variables affect the speed of the
chain reaction. Students will have to consider and decide on the best spacing between dominoes to achieve the
fastest travel time and ensure the spacing remains constant by carefully measuring the distance between each
domino. They will set up 5 dominoes at a time to set off a chain reaction alongside another 5 dominoes space
differently. Students can create a bar graph to show how the spacing affects the speed. Students can have fun
while learning or reinforcing their understanding of potential and kinetic energy, measuring distance, measuring
elapsed time, recording data, making and interpreting graphs and using the distance formula to calculate the rate
of speed.
Future Car - Energy and the Environment (view) (Number of sessions: 1)
Students must choose which type of automotive power plant is the best choice for a car company to use in its
upcoming eco-friendly model. The students must make this decision based on characteristics of each power plant,
such as efficiency, production cost, and production energy. Students must decide what they feel makes the car
most ecological. They may choose a very low-polluting car that is very difficult and costly to produce, or one that
has more emissions, but uses very limited resources to develop. This lesson could be used to either as an
introduction or a follow-up to a lesson about ecology, energy use and conservation, or human environmental
impacts.
Absolute Zero (view) (Number of sessions: 2)
A PBS/NOVA lesson (with optional accompanying video) for which students will build and calibrate a thermometer,
demonstrate the concept of temperature, measure temperature, and learn the history of the invention of the
thermometer and the idea of absolute zero.
Too Hot to Handle (view) (Number of sessions: 1)
This asset is a virtual lab that examines heat transfer. Students are asked to act as product designers and
complete a virtual lab that will determine the best material for a handle for a piece of cookware. The asset has
accompanying documents that serve as instructions.
Thermal Energy Flow (view) (Number of sessions: 1)
This MEA provides students with the opportunity to explore the basis of heat transfer. The formative assessment
exposes students to a quick heat transfer demonstration. The reading passages and data sets further engage
students in real life application of heat transfer and energy efficiency
Heat Transfer Between Substances (view) (Number of sessions: 2)
With this simulation, the learners will be able to understand the concept of heat transfer between two objects when
the objects are bought into contact. As energy flows from a higher temperature object to a lower temperature
object, the temperature difference between the two objects causes the transfer of heat until equilibrium is attained.
Saving the Veggies! (view) (Number of sessions: 1)
Students exploring how light travels, how heat moves and how it all affects temperature will find this activity fun
and exciting. They will have to determine which type of panel to choose for a fictitious greenhouse - glass or plastic
and how much light, heat and moisture is best to let in - determined by whether the material is opaque,
translucent or transparent. This is a fun challenge but applicable also to the environmental demands we are
currently facing.
Too Hot to Handle (view) (Number of sessions: 1)
This activity brings heat to life. It is based on transferring of heat through conduction, convection, radiation. It is a
4-day lesson with a PowerPoint, 2 labs, and a computer activity. Students have real word experiences with these
and are now able to relate them to their daily lives.
Potential and Kinetic Energy; To Move or not to Move . (view) (Number of sessions: 1)
Students will investigate, through a guided exploration lab, using a tennis ball, the Law of Conservation of Energy
to differentiate between Potential and Kinetic Energy, and identify real life situations where potential energy is
transformed into kinetic energy and vice versa.
Energy Skate Park (view) (Number of sessions: 1)
The students will make ramps and hills for a skateboarder to ride on. Students will explore the relationship
between kinetic and potential energy, as well as thermal energy. Several variables, such as gravity, mass of
skater, and friction can be manipulated. You can even test your skater in space! Amount of energy can be
displayed in pie and bar graphs.
Let's Heat Things Up! (view) (Number of sessions: 2)
How do things heat up? Help students relate thermal energy to their daily lives. This is a two-day entertaining
lesson explaining thermal energy the transfer of energy between the phases of matter. It includes 2 activities for
the students along with two-teacher demonstrations. Also included is a power point, and small quiz.
The Difference between Exothermic and Endothermic Chemical Reactions (view)
(Number of sessions: 1)
This informational text resource is intended to support reading in the content area. This article discusses the
concepts of exothermic and endothermic chemical reactions, along with examples and descriptions of net energy
changes.
Socks and Temperature - A Heat Transfer Activity (view) (Number of sessions: 2)
In this lesson, students will predict if the temperature will rise inside of an empty sock compared to the air outside
the sock then they will test their hypothesis. This lesson addresses heat transfer and variables.
The Direction of Heat Flow (view) (Number of sessions: 1)
Students will describe how heat flows from warmer objects to cooler ones until they reach the same temperature.
Content statement: Heat flows from warmer objects to cooler objects until they are the same temperature.
Sun and Temperatures (view) (Number of sessions: 1)
Students consider the relationship of temperature to environmental conditions and then apply their understanding
to a practical event.
Daily Sun Newspaper (Number of sessions: 25)
Students will create their own newpaper and will explain how EM energy is transfomed into energy that we use in
our lives 24 hours a day. The activity can be differentiated to accomidate multi-level student achievment.
Potential Energy (Number of sessions: 5)
potential energy - The energy that an object has because of the position, shape, or condition of the object.
Law of Conservation of Energy (Number of sessions: 5)
law of conservation of energy - Energy cannot be created or destroyed, but can be changed from one form to
another.
Specific Heat (Number of sessions: 5)
specific heat (calorie) - The specific heat is the amount of heat per unit mass required to raise the temperature by
one degree Celsius.
Conduction (Number of sessions: 5)
conduction - The transfer of energy as heat from one substance to another through direct contact.
Kinetic Energy (Number of sessions: 5)
kinetic energy - The energy possessed by a body because of its motion.
Heat (Number of sessions: 5)
heat - Energy that is transferred from an object at a higher temperature to an object with a lower temperature.
Convection (Number of sessions: 5)
convection - The transfer of energy as heat by the movement of gases and liquids.
Radiation (Number of sessions: 5)
radiation - The transfer of energy by electromagnetic waves.