Science3-5
Energy Transfer for 3rd Grade
By Calita Z.
This 5-page packet introduces 3rd graders to the concepts of potential and kinetic energy transfer. It includes scaffolded vocabulary support for English Language Learners and students with learning disabilities, making the science content accessible.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- This packet can be used as a 30-minute introduction to energy transfer or as a station activity.
- Discussion question: What are some everyday examples of potential energy turning into kinetic energy?
- For struggling readers, pre-teach the vocabulary words using the provided definitions and visuals.
- Advanced learners can research and present on different forms of energy transfer beyond potential and kinetic.
Science3-5
Energy Transfer for 3rd Grade
By Calita Z.
This 5-page packet introduces 3rd graders to the concepts of potential and kinetic energy transfer. It includes scaffolded vocabulary support for English Language Learners and students with learning disabilities, making the science content accessible.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- This packet can be used as a 30-minute introduction to energy transfer or as a station activity.
- Discussion question: What are some everyday examples of potential energy turning into kinetic energy?
- For struggling readers, pre-teach the vocabulary words using the provided definitions and visuals.
- Advanced learners can research and present on different forms of energy transfer beyond potential and kinetic.