What this lesson teaches
This activity develops understanding of renewable energy and encourages creativity in model-making.
Science in Action
Can you finish renewable energy model in about 40 min?
Renewable Energy Model
You will this activity develops understanding of renewable energy and encourages creativity in model-making.
Duration40 min
Age GroupAges 13–15
DifficultyAdvanced
SubjectScience
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What you need
- Cardboard
- Scissors
- Markers
- Glue
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How the activity runs
- Gather materials like cardboard, scissors, and markers.
- Choose a renewable energy source to model: solar, wind, or hydro.
- Sketch your model design on paper before building it.
The learning connection
Hands-on projects engage students and enhance retention of scientific concepts. Building models fosters critical thinking and problem-solving.
Try it with your learner
1. Gather your materials on a flat surface. 2. Decide which renewable energy sources to include. 3. Cut the cardboard into a base for your model. 4. Use plastic bottles to represent solar panels or wind turbines. 5. Attach straws to create wind or water flow features. 6. Decorate your model with markers and labels. 7. What did you notice about how these energy sources work together?