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    You've heard of fossil fuel energy and solar energy, but have you heard of geothermal energy?

    Lesson Objectives:

    Students should be able to

    • Explain what geothermal energy is

    This enrichment lesson is geared towards students grades K-4

  • Engage! What does it mean to be geothermal?

    • Engage

      Join us as we take a look at the meaning of geothermal in this activity.


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  • Explore! Did you know the Earth is made of layers, like an onion?

    • Software Setup

      Learn more about them by watching this video!


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  • Explain! What makes a house happy?

    • Hardware Setup

      The word geothermal offers clues to what it means, can you figure it out? Also learn more about how geothermal energy can make houses happy! 


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  • Extend! Playtime!

    • Circuit Triggers Internet Action

      Watch this video to learn how to build your own playdough model of the Earth and gain a better understanding of geothermal energy! 


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  • Evaluate! How much have you learned?

    • Combining Inputs and Outputs

      Now that you've learned about geothermal energy play this sorting activity to test your knowledge!


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