This resource, sponsored by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA)provides information for younger children on a variety of aspects of energy use and conservation. A facts section describes renewable and non-renewable energy sources and ways energy can be used or conserved. There is also a selection of fun materials for kids, including riddles, puzzles, a coloring book, suggestions for field trips, and an interactive timeline that provides information on milestones in the history of energy and its uses. Other materials include a set of classroom activities, teaching guides, a glossary of energy terms, and a set of links to additional information on related topics.

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This resource is referenced by 'CURL: Curricular Resources Library'

This resource is referenced by 'Energy Information Administration: Official Energy Statistics from the U.S. Government'

Publisher: Energy Information Administration
http://www.eia.doe.gov/