K-6 Science for the Next Generation

Lesson Plans
Non-renewable Energy

Learning Objectives

  • Understand how electricity is produced from non-renewable resources, specifically fossil fuels.
  • Describe the formation of fossil fuels from ancient organisms over millions of years.
  • Identify different types of fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, and natural gas, and their common uses.
  • Explain why fossil fuels are considered non-renewable resources.
  • Discuss the extraction methods used to obtain fossil fuels from the Earth.

Introduction and Hook

Begin the lesson with a discussion on the importance of electricity in daily life and introduce the concept of non-renewable energy sources. Highlight the role of fossil fuels in electricity production.

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Direct Instruction

Explain the formation of fossil fuels from ancient organisms over millions of years. Use diagrams and charts to illustrate the process of sedimentation and compression.

Discuss the different types of fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, and natural gas, and their common uses in electricity generation and industry.

Guided Exploration

Watch the video 'Electricity Production – Burning Fossil Fuels' to understand how electricity is generated from fossil fuels and the environmental consequences.

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Discuss the environmental impacts of extracting and using non-renewable resources, using the video 'Renewable and Non-renewable Resources' as a reference.

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Hands-On Activity

Conduct a classroom experiment to simulate the formation of fossil fuels using layers of sand, clay, and organic material. Discuss the time and pressure needed for fossil fuel formation.

Independent Practice

Have students research and write a short report on the extraction methods used to obtain fossil fuels and the environmental impacts of these methods.

Check for Understanding

Use the assessment 'Fossil Fuels' to evaluate students' understanding of fossil fuel types, formation, and uses.

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Review and Reflection

Engage students in a discussion about the sustainability of using fossil fuels and explore alternative renewable energy sources.

Assessment and Extension

Administer the 'What Are Natural Resources?' assessment to test students' comprehension of natural resources and their classification.

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Encourage students to explore the 'Environmental Impacts' assessment to understand the consequences of fossil fuel use and conservation strategies.

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