Keepin it Cool Energy Grades: K–5 Level: 1 In this activity, students will gain an understanding of the engineering design process by designing and observing different containers that slow down the process of heat transfer. Engineering .pdf
Leaves are the Place to Be Energy Grades: K–5 Level: 1 In this activity, students will explore the structures within a leaf where the process of photosynthesis occurs. Science .pdf
Move It Energy Grades: K–5 Level: 1 In this activity, students will investigate different ways to move a ball. Science .pdf
Rain Maker Energy Grades: K–5 Level: 1 In this activity, the teacher will create a large rain maker by pouring water over plastic wrap punched with holes over a foil tin. Science .pdf
Sail Away Energy Grades: K–5 Level: 1 In this activity, students will use classroom materials and wind energy to build and power a sailboat. Science .pdf
Shifting Shorelines Energy Grades: K–5 Level: 1 In this activity, students will brainstorm why people live, work, and vacation by the shoreline. Science .pdf
The New Kid on the Block Energy Grades: K–5 Level: 1 In this activity, students will learn how non-native species can damage the balance of an ecosystem. Science .pdf
Top Design Energy Grades: K–5 Level: 1 In this activity students will examine the relationships between the organisms within an ecosystem and how changes that affect one affect the others. Science .pdf
Visibility of Light Energy Grades: K–5 Level: 1 In this activity, students will learn about the nature of light, make predictions about and assess its ability to pass through various substances. Science .pdf
What's in a System? Energy Grades: K–5 Level: 1 In this activity, students will learn about Earth's four major systems: geosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere. Science .pdf
Why is the Sky Blue? Energy Grades: K–5 Level: 1 In this activity, students will use a glass jar, water, milk, and a flashlight to explain why the sky is blue. Science .pdf
Wind-Up Winners Energy Grades: K–5 Level: 1 In this activity, students will investigate the motion of wind-up toys. Science .pdf