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Energy!

Elementary

Description

From the electricity that powers a home to the gasoline that fuels a school bus, energy is part of everyday life. This interactive digital REACH with STEM resource introduces students to key energy concepts, including where energy comes from and how it is used with an emphasis on comparing renewable and non-renewable sources. Short videos, interactive investigations, hands-on activities and reading comprehension challenges are guided by a curious Nutria character that captures the attention of young learners. With built-in student progress tracking available through free registration, this innovative tool provides a learning experience that develops student understanding of the relationships between energy use, renewable technologies and caring for our planet.

General Assessment

Recommendation of how and where to use it

This resource supports Grade 3 to 5 Science learning focused on how electricity is generated, the differences between renewable and non renewable energy sources, forms of energy and energy use. The guided activities and engineering challenges, such as designing and building a windmill, helps strengthen STEM and science process skills including observation, creativity, and problem solving. The literacy components support English Language Arts outcomes related to analyzing text, responding to questions and building subject specific vocabulary. The integration of science and language learning also fosters critical thinking about links between alternative energy sources, responsible consumption and environmental health. 

Students could extend learning into action with a school energy audit and awareness campaign which informs others how small, everyday changes can reduce electricity consumption. A class could collect data on how energy is used in their school, identify opportunities to conserve energy, and share simple energy saving actions through posters, announcements, or class agreements. “Green Learning” has online energy calculators by Province that students can use to determine energy consumption rates of devices in the school.  

Relevant Curriculum Units

The following tool will allow you to explore the relevant curriculum matches for this resource. To start, select a province listed below.

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  • Alberta
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    • Grade 3
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      • English/Language Arts
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        • Fluency: Comprehension and literary appreciation are improved by the ability to read a range of texts accurately, automatically, and with expression.
        • Vocabulary: Communication and comprehension are improved by understanding word meaning and structures
      • Science
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Matter and Energy Understandings of the physical world are deepened by investigating matter and energy
    • Grade 4
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      • English/Language Arts
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Fluency: Comprehension and literary appreciation are improved by the ability to read a range of texts accurately, automatically, and with expression
        • Vocabulary: Communication and comprehension are improved by understanding word meaning and structures.
    • Grade 5
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      • English/Language Arts
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Comprehension: Text comprehension is supported by applying varied strategies and processes and by considering both particular contexts and universal themes.
        • Vocabulary: Communication and comprehension are improved by understanding word meaning and structures.
      • Science
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Matter and Energy: Understandings of the physical world are deepened through investigating matter and energy.
  • British Columbia
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    • Grade 3
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      • English/Language Arts
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Curiosity and wonder lead us to new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us.
      • Science
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        • Science 3: Thermal energy can be produced and transferred.
    • Grade 4
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      • English/Language Arts
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Questioning what we hear, read, and view contributes to our ability to be educated and engaged citizens.
      • Science
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        • Science 4:Energy can be transformed
    • Grade 5
      • Step 3Select a subject
      • English/Language Arts
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Questioning what we hear, read, and view contributes to our ability to be educated and engaged citizens
      • Science
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Science 5: Earth materials change as they move through the rock cycle and can be used as natural resources.
  • Manitoba
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  • Newfoundland & Labrador
  • Northwest Territories
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    • Grade 3
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      • English/Language Arts
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        • Comprehend and Respond
        • Interpret & Analyse
      • Science
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        • Science 3: Thermal energy can be produced and transferred.
    • Grade 4
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      • English/Language Arts
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Questioning what we hear, read, and view contributes to our ability to be educated and engaged citizens.
      • Science
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Science 4:Energy can be transformed
    • Grade 5
      • Step 3Select a subject
      • English/Language Arts
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Questioning what we hear, read, and view contributes to our ability to be educated and engaged citizens
      • Science
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Science 5: Earth materials change as they move through the rock cycle and can be used as natural resources.
  • Nova Scotia
  • Nunavut
  • Ontario
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    • Grade 3
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      • English/Language Arts
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        • Language: Comprehension: Understanding and Responding to Texts
    • Grade 4
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      • English/Language Arts
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        • Language: Comprehension: Understanding and Responding to Texts
    • Grade 5
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      • English/Language Arts
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Language: Comprehension: Understanding and Responding to Texts
      • Science & Technology
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        • Earth and Space Systems: Conservation of Energy & Resources
        • STEM Skills and Connections
  • Prince Edward Island
  • Quebec
  • Saskatchewan
  • Yukon Territory
    • Step 2Select a grade level
    • Grade 3
      • Step 3Select a subject
      • English/Language Arts
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Curiosity and wonder lead us to new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us.
      • Science
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Science 3: Thermal energy can be produced and transferred.
    • Grade 4
      • Step 3Select a subject
      • English/Language Arts
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Questioning what we hear, read, and view contributes to our ability to be educated and engaged citizens.
      • Science
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Science 4:Energy can be transformed
    • Grade 5
      • Step 3Select a subject
      • English/Language Arts
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Questioning what we hear, read, and view contributes to our ability to be educated and engaged citizens
      • Science
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Science 5: Earth materials change as they move through the rock cycle and can be used as natural resources.

Themes Addressed

Energy (3)

  • Alternative Energy
  • Energy Generation
  • Energy Use

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