Solar Power Generation Kindergarten Lesson Plan

What is a solar energy lesson plan?

OVERVIEW: This lesson plan focus around 4 key topics, with activities for each. The plan covers renewable energy, solar energy, why solar energy is important, and what the children can do to conserve energy. Start off the lesson by brainstorming a list of ideas about where and when we use energy. We use energy all of the time!

What should students learn after a solar energy lesson?

After this lesson, students should be able to: Describe solar energy and why it changes with time and location. Calculate the amount of solar energy on Earth at a given time and location. Explain how solar energy is used in sustainable engineering applications.

Can kids learn about solar energy?

The sun shines on the big shiny panels. The result is green energy for lots of people. Kids of all ages can be interested in learning about solar power. Obviously, you will have to adapt your lessons on how solar energy works to the age of the child. I suggest starting with the basics of exactly what solar power is and why it is a useful.

What are the best solar energy activities for kids?

There are many solar energy activities for kids, so we’ve split it out into age group. Elementary School Go on an electricity scavenger hunt in your home to find all the places and items that use electricity. Play Power Up!, a game from NASA’s Climate Kids program where the goal is to maximize your renewable energy sources to power homes.

How do I teach my child about solar energy?

Discuss with your child why the sun is such a great potential source of energy verses other non renewable energy resources. Then you can get into more specifics on the process of harnessing solar energy for everyday use. Ask students questions about solar energy to get them involved and thinking. They don’t have to know all the answers.

How do you explain solar energy to kids?

When explaining complex topics to kids, it's best to stick to the basics and use words they'll understand. Here's our kid-friendly explanation of solar energy: Solar panels are a lot like plants.