MICHIGAN FORESTS FOREVER TEACHERS GUIDE

ENERGY SLEUTHS

"Energy Sleuths",  Project Learning Tree Pre K-8 Guide, Seventh Edition, page 126, Activity #39

Overview

Important issues revolve around our use of energy.  One issue is the growing scarcity of some energy resources.  Another is the threat to our environment caused by our current energy systems.  In this activity, your students will learn about different sources of energy, as well as how energy is used in their daily lives. 

Objectives

• Identify different energy sources.
• Discuss the pros and cons of various energy sources from economic, social, and environmental perspectives.
• Describe some of the ways people use energy in their daily lives.

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