WHAT IS ENERGY? A Solar Energy Conversion Lesson
by Nidia Hurtado Diaz
In this engaging lesson, students will develop an understanding of how solar panels convert sunlight into electrical energy. They will investigate factors affecting the amount of electricity generated by a solar panel and gain knowledge about the production and transfer of electric energy through circuits.
Lesson Grade Level
3rd GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1D4LL2XMVlZkvz0TLKkD0gnfSiZtvUDcY/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P4: Energy Transfer Earth and Space Science E1: Earth Systems Technology 1. Empowered Learner Engineering S4: Apply Science to Engineering Mathematics Measurement and Data (MD) English Language Arts (ELA) Reading (Literature) Speaking & Listening
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