Energy Conservation

Don't be an ENERGY Hog!

How can I teach others to conserve Energy?

Students who choose the topic of energy conservation will inform themselves and explore different sources of energy, how energy is used and wasted, and the importance of saving energy by taking the Energy Hog Challenge (click).

The driving question for this topic is: How can I teach others to conserve energy?

Students should find unique ways to present their topic. Their final product might be a research paper, a poster, a skit, a pamphlet, or alternative presentation of their choice once approved by you, the teacher.

The Energy Hog Teacher Guide (click)

Additional Internet Energy Resources

Get smart about Energy! Lessons on energy efficiency and renewable energy found at the US Department of Energy (all grade levels): http://www.eere.energy.gov/education/lessonplans/

Kids’ Corner – Discover a World of Energy

http://www.sandiego.gov/environmental-services/energy/kids/index.shtml