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What to create	Lesson plan
Which subject	Science
What topic	sTUDENTS WILL DEMONSTRATE HOW ENERGY CAN CHANGE FORMS AND TRANSFER THROUGH INTERACTIONS.
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 3
Include homework
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Any other preferences	Gradual release model for 4-PS3-2

Lesson Plan: Energy Transfer and Transformation

Subject: Science

Grade Level: 3

Duration: 30 minutes

Topic: Students Will Demonstrate How Energy Can Change Forms and Transfer Through Interactions

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Learning Objectives

• Students will understand the concepts of energy transformation.
• Students will identify and describe different forms of energy.
• Students will demonstrate energy transfer through hands-on activities.

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Materials Needed

• A ball (to demonstrate kinetic and potential energy)
• A flashlight (to show light energy)
• Rubber bands (to show stored energy)
• A small solar panel (to illustrate solar energy)
• Paper and markers for drawing

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Introduction (5 minutes)

1. Engage the Students:

   • Begin with a brief discussion asking students what they think energy is and different forms they can think of.
   • Introduce the concept of energy being able to change forms (e.g., potential energy to kinetic energy).

   The image of a classroom full of students discussing the topic of energy, with some raising their hands and others listening attentively.

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Direct Instruction (10 minutes)

2. Explain Different Forms of Energy:

   • Kinetic Energy: The energy of motion. Give the example of a rolling ball.
   • Potential Energy: The stored energy based on an object's position (e.g., a ball at the top of a hill).
   • Light Energy: Energy from sources like the sun or a flashlight.
   • Thermal Energy: Heat energy produced when objects rub against each other.
   • Sound Energy: Energy made by vibrating objects.

3. Demonstration:

   • Use the ball to show potential energy at the top of a ramp and demonstrate how it converts to kinetic energy as it rolls down.

   The image of a ramp with a ball at the top, illustrating potential energy before it rolls down.

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Guided Practice (10 minutes)

4. Hands-on Activity:

   • Divide students into small groups.
   • Each group will use a rubber band to show stored energy (potential) and then snap it to show kinetic energy in action.
   • Allow time for each group to discuss what they observe during the experiment.

5. Class Discussion:

   • Ask students to share their findings from the experiment.
   • Discuss how energy transferred from potential to kinetic in their activities.

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Independent Practice (5 minutes)

6. Quick Drawing Activity:

   • Students will draw two scenarios:
     1. An example of potential energy.
     2. An example of kinetic energy.
   • Encourage creativity and make sure they label their drawings.

   The image of a child drawing with colored markers, focusing on a picture of a hill with a ball and another showing a moving ball.

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Closure (5 minutes)

7. Recap:
   • Summarize the key points of energy transformation and transfer.
   • Reinforce the concept that energy can change forms when interacting with different objects.

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Homework Assignment

Instructions:
Students will complete the following tasks at home.

1. Draw and Describe:

   • Draw a picture showing an example of energy transferring from one form to another. For instance, a solar panel powering a light bulb.
   • Write a sentence describing what is happening in your illustration.

2. Energy Around Us:

   • Identify three examples of energy transformations they notice in their home (e.g., a toaster converting electrical energy to thermal energy).
   • Write a brief explanation of each example.

Homework Answers:

1. Drawings will vary; correct labeling and description are essential. Example Sentence: "The solar panel absorbs sunlight (solar energy) and converts it to electrical energy for the light bulb."
2. Sample examples:
   • Toaster: Electrical energy → Thermal energy.
   • Battery-operated toy: Chemical energy → Kinetic energy.
   • Speaker playing music: Electrical energy → Sound energy.

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Assessment

• Informal assessment through observation during activities.
• Review drawings and homework for understanding of energy transformation and transfer.

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Extensions

• Students can research renewable energy sources and their energy transformations.
• Conduct further experiments with different objects to explore more complex energy interactions.

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This lesson plan adheres to standards of science education and is designed to engage Year 3 students in understanding energy transformations and transfers through interactive activities.