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Curated OER
Do It Yourself Weather Vane
Introduce the idea of wind power. Have your class make a simple weather vane with a plastic straw, tape, a pencil, and other items found in your class. This film could be used to explore wind power and alternative energy sources.
National Science Foundation
National Science Foundation: Green Revolution
Videos on different forms of alternative energy and various green initiatives, e.g., green roofs.
Science for Kids
Science Kids: Experiment Videos: Solar Energy Panels
Learn why photons, electric fields, silicon, and electrons are important when it comes to generating electricity from sunlight in solar panels. [1:15]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Chemistry and Energy
Sustainable energy is one of the greatest challenges for chemists today. This video discusses the research into possible solutions. [4:08]
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: In Battle of the Bulbs, It"s Watts vs. Lumens
How will energy efficiency standards affect light bulb design?
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Solar Car
Explore how solar panels can be used to produce electricity. Watch kids use the scientific method to find out how the sun's position in the sky affects a solar car's performance.