Energy

Here are some links for studying Energy in Science.
Science for Kids http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/sciencefacts/energy.html
Potential and Kinetic Energy – Marshmallow Catapult http://www.imcpl.org/kids/blog/?p=9040
What is energy? http://www.eia.gov/kids/energy.cfm?page=1 This site has categories to review in detail. Clearly laid out. See for example, Energy Basics http://www.eia.gov/kids/energy.cfm?page=about_home-basics which gives types of energy and describes the difference between kinetic and potential energy. This is a fabulous site with lots of information.
Remember to click on the other areas such as History of Energy and look at the timelines. Take time to look at the famous people such as Edison. Enjoy!
Energyville http://www.energyville.com/ This site offers a challenge game to a group of students to keep the power on for this city through 2030.
Kids & Energy http://www.kids.esdb.bg/basic.html This is a fun website with lots of information in categories. Click on one to learn more.
Energy Experiments: Energy Transfer Through Balls http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/experiments/bouncingballs.html
Energy for Every Kid by Janice Van Cleave http://www.arvindguptatoys.com/arvindgupta/energy-janice.pdf
Potential and Kinetic Energy http://www.lessonplanet.com/article/elementary-science/potential-and-kinetic-energy-lessons This is a great experiment with cardboard , wax paper, checkers, flour, water, butter, tape, and a timer.
Rollercoaster Energy http://science.howstuffworks.com/engineering/structural/roller-coaster3.htm
The Energy Story http://science.howstuffworks.com/engineering/structural/roller-coaster3.htm
The Energy Song by Mr. Edmonds http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_uLSFigtLKg
Bill Nye the Science Guy – Energy http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iLXDirj4JUA&NR=1&feature=endscreen
Potential and Kinetic Energy in Hoodwinked http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZ4FFWvZtyo
James Watt and the Steam Engine http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EVomz8TXrqE