Type & Transfer: Energy’s Profile

High School, Middle School, Science

Units included in Type & Transfer: Energy’s Profile

Stinson Beach, CA

360 Video
Understand the impact of heat and wind on ocean currents and tides.

Word Search

360 Word Search
Scour this interactive word puzzle to find all 20 key terms related to physics and energy.

Transformation of Energy

2D Video in a Theater
Energy forms and transfer methods are distilled down with clear visuals to help learn about the various types.

Electric and Gravitational Fields

2D Video in a Theater
Learn about force, mass, and gravity as it relates to different types of fields.

Kitchen Physics with Wendy

360 Video
Test out a bunch of easy-to-do experiments with Wendy Martin, national award winning science teacher.

All lessons are based on Next Gen Science Standards.
All units are related to the concept of energy.

Age Group: Middle School
Categories: Life Science, Physical Science
NGSS: MS-PS2-3, MS-PS2-4, MS-PS2-5, MS-PS3-5, MS-PS3-3
Runtime: 25-35 min.

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