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At Switch Classroom, we provide teachers with a wide range of free resources designed to make energy education engaging and easy to implement. Whether you're looking for comprehensive lesson plans, hands-on offline activities, printable worksheets, or pen-and-paper practice, we've got you covered! For even more interactive, online content, log in to explore our full platform. Teacher-made, teacher-ready. Our content is crafted by educators with 200+ years of experience.

Gas & Oil Formation

Download the Oil and Gas Formation Hands-On packet! This resource guides students (grades 4–12) through labs exploring fossil fuel formation. Set up early and revisit for ongoing discussions and observations. Engaging, hands-on learning at its best!

Hands-On

Grades 4-12

Intro to Electricity

This lesson explores electron flow in powering our world. With a video, math challenges, and a reading guide, students learn electricity concepts, distinguish conductors from insulators, and calculate current, voltage, power, and resistance.

Lesson Plan

Grades 6-12

Intro to Energy

Introduction to Energy, a top Switch Classroom lesson, explores the energy behind daily life. With a primer video, data analysis, and TAC-crafted activities, students discover energy’s impact and explore a sustainable future. Ready-to-use and engaging!

Lesson Plan

Grades 4-12

Energy Conservation Through Seasonal Changes

Students analyze power bills to explore how seasons impact electricity use. They identify peak months, calculate kWh, discuss causes, and brainstorm conservation strategies. Extend learning with Energy Efficiency and Energy Efficiency in the Home lessons!

Lesson Plan

Grades 4-8

Play-Doh Electrical Circuits Lab

This lab guide lets students build and test parallel and series circuits, explore conductors and insulators, and apply Ohm's law. With hands-on activities and circuit diagrams, this interactive lesson fosters problem-solving and curiosity about electricity!

Lab

Grades 4-8

APES Math Exam Prep Guide

Use this guide to integrate free Switch Classroom energy lessons into APES prep! Choose topics, assign lessons, watch videos, and practice math skills to help students excel on the AP Environmental Science Exam. Perfect for math problems and conversions!

Test Prep

Grades 9-12

APES Unit 6 & IBESS Unit 7 Objectives and Note Guide

Enhance APES Unit 6 & IBESS Unit 7 with this standards-aligned resource! Includes detailed handouts, an “I Know” tracker, and a three-page note guide to explore energy sources, uses, pros, and cons. Perfect for deepening student understanding!

Test Prep

Grades 9-12

Energy Matchmaking Gallery Walk

Welcome to the Energy Matchmaking Gallery Walk! This hands-on activity helps students explore energy sources, boosting critical thinking and collaboration. Great for introducing or reviewing energy concepts in an engaging way!

Discussion

Grades 6-12

Saving Energy, Saving Water

Explore energy and water conservation in the Saving Energy, Saving Water lab! Students learn how energy use impacts water demand. Use Energy Efficiency in the Home videos to spark discussions and extend learning with hands-on activities.

Discussion

Grades 6-12

National Energy Issues Debate

Host a classroom debate on national energy policies! Students explore how their country manages energy and global needs, analyzing impacts on the environment, economy, and world. This activity fosters critical thinking and real-world connections.

Research

Grades 9-12

Global Energy Issues Debate

Research

Grades 9-12

Developing Media Literacy

Media literacy is essential in navigating complex topics like energy. This lesson helps students analyze conflicting narratives and misinformation while building research skills through an energy-focused lens. Perfect for developing critical thinking!

Research

Grades 9-12

AI & Energy

AI is reshaping energy, balancing rising demand with efficiency gains. This activity helps students explore both sides, analyze energy use, and write a position statement. An optional AI Usage Audit deepens awareness of digital habits' environmental impact.

Research

Grades 6-12

Valentine's Energy Cards

February can be tough for teaching, but Valentine’s Day offers a fun activity! Students create Valentine’s cards showcasing an energy source with three benefits, an illustration, and a catchy slogan.

Extension

Grades 6-12

Energy Units Math Challenge

This resource covers energy units like watts, kilowatts, joules, and calories with clear definitions and real-world examples. Students calculate turbine power, explore snack energy, and measure electricity use, building critical thinking through hands-on activities.

Extension

Grades 6-12

Energy Sources Activity Stations

This handout guides students through Switch Classroom videos and activities, exploring energy sources' pros and cons. Reflection questions promote critical thinking and can be completed in science journals for deeper analysis.

Handout

Grades 6-12

Measurements & Conversions

These station activities spark curiosity and introduce measurement tools early in the year. Students practice unit conversions with a handy table that can be laminated for year-round reference. Perfect for hands-on learning!

Handout

Grades 6-12

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