This energy reading passage is the perfect way to introduce a unit on energy! Teach kids the different forms of energy, potential vs. kinetic energy, energy transformations (with relatable examples), the law of conservation of energy, and how mass, speed, and height can affect energy. Fully replaces a textbook!
Includes both print and digital Google Slides options to assign!
In this activity, students will:
- READ the article Energy. (3 pages)
- ANSWER reading comprehension questions. All answers come directly from the article, so no prior knowledge is needed. (2 pages)
- COMPLETE a graphic organizer about the 9 forms of energy. (1 page)
Topics Include:
- Forms of energy (potential = gravitational, elastic, chemical, nuclear; kinetic – mechanical, sound, radiant, electrical, thermal)
- Energy transformations
- How mass and height affect gravitational potential energy
- How mass and speed affect kinetic energy
- Law of conservation of energy
- In-depth analysis of PE and KE in a roller coaster
Teacher Notes:
- Please note that this energy reading is not editable.
- GO PAPERLESS if you’d like! Includes both print and Google Slides versions!
- Answer keys are always included.
- Related standards: NGSS MS-PS3-1. MS-PS3-2 and MS-PS3-5
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