February Classroom Resources for Teaching Energy and the Environment
Hi teachers,
February: the month that flies by and drags at the same time. Cold mornings, packed calendars, and big topics…it’s a lot. That’s why we’ve pulled together fresh, free, teacher-designed resources to keep things moving and make your month a little lighter.
Whether you’ve got 15 minutes or a full week, you’ll find something ready to go. Here’s what’s new:
- Winter Olympics Activity: Olympic Flame Investigation
- New: February Energy Resources
- Women in STEM resource bundle
- Student Opportunity: NEED Youth Awards
- TAC Spotlight: Meet Graham
- Join our Teacher Advisory Council
Keep reading for ideas, inspiration, and links to use right away!
Hot Topic: Olympic Flame Investigation
With the Winter Olympics kicking off on February 6, it’s the perfect time to bring real-world science into your classroom. Students explore how Olympic flame designs have changed and what they reveal about energy, materials, and environmental impact. It’s timely, engaging, and works all month long.
Brand New Resources for February
Introduction to Indoor Air Pollution:
Identify common indoor pollutants, connect them to real health impacts, and brainstorm simple, practical solutions.
Intro to the Electric Grid:
Break down how electricity travels from power plants to homes and buildings with this clear, visual introduction.
Energy Production Fair:
Host a classroom showcase where students research energy topics and present what they’ve learned to their peers.
February 11th: Women in STEM Day
Celebrate with our Women in STEM collection, featuring videos and discussion guides that highlight innovators, problem-solvers, and critical thinkers.
This One’s for the Gals
Are your students hoping to go into a STEM industry? Check out This One’s for the Gals, a nonprofit expanding career awareness for girls in energy, construction, manufacturing, and maritime fields.
Follow them on Instagram and Facebook to share with your students!
Student Opportunity: NEED Youth Awards Program
Encourage students to showcase their learning by submitting a project to the NEED Youth Awards for Energy Achievement. This national competition highlights student-led energy projects and classroom-based learning. Submissions are due April 15.
Our Recycling Waste Audit is a great starting point for a project!
TAC Spotlight: Meet Graham
We’re thrilled to welcome Graham, our newest Canadian TAC member from Powell River, British Columbia, a remote coastal town with no direct road access. Surrounded by mountains and water, Graham’s community relies on ferries and floatplanes to connect with the outside world! His unique perspective brings fresh energy and ideas to our TAC team.
Thanks for all you do. We hope these resources make February a little easier and a lot more fun!
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