Mechanical
TEKS Objective
The student is expected to differentiate among forms of energy, including mechanical, sound, electrical, light, and heat/thermal.
Essential Understanding
The student knows that energy exists in many forms and can be observed in cycles, patterns, and systems.
Science Background
Energy Tutorial: National Fuel Cell Research Center (website) - Detailed descriptions of different energy sources employed for electricity generation, transportation, heating, etc.
Energy Tutorial
National Fuel Cell Research Center, www.nfcrc.uci.edu
Introduction to Energy: The NEED Project (PDF) - Explains different energy sources and the usage levels for various energy sources in the United States.
Signature Lesson
Making Objects Move: Science NetLinks (website) - Students study the motion of objects to create a structure that can be used to move an object from a place to another. They will manipulate the motion objects and explore the forces required to control the movement.
Making Objects Move
Science NetLinks, www.sciencenetlinks.com
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TEKS - Additional Resources
Supporting Lessons
Spool Racer: PBS Kids (PDF) - Students make and test a spool racer to investigate potential and kinetic (mechanical) energy.
TEKS Navigation
Grade 4
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