Content Standard: H. Energy
Students will understand concepts of energy

Common Assessment(s):

Performance Indicators Students will be able to:	Essential Elements (Specific grade level learning objectives)			Suggested Performance Activities	Suggested Classroom Assessments	Vocabulary
1. Demonstrate an understanding that the sun gives off light and heat energy.	Sun gives light and heat. Find sun with eyes closed. Follow game directions.			Students will experiment by turning their faces where light and heat feel the strongest in an outdoor environment. There will be a follow-up discussion of the source of the heat and light,	Students will play an outdoor game and visually demonstrate their understanding of heat and light coming from the sun.	heat light sun
2. Explain why living things need energy.	Know what plants need for growth Experiment purpose (of) How to plant a seed. How to care for a plant. How to observe growth Know alive and dead.			Students will plant seeds in a different environmental condition of heat and light.	Students will be able to discuss and explain why some plants grew and some plants did not grow.	water sun warmth soil experiment