Energy Games and Quizzes

Topic:  Energy

Source:  The Bonneville Power Administration

Web address:http://www.energy.gov/engine/content.do?BT_CODE=K_GQ

Grade Levels:  K-12

Learning strategies:  Interactive quizzes, games, and puzzles

Frameworks Connections:

Science and Technology/Engineering

·         Earth and Space Science, Grades 6-8

Heat Transfer in the Earth System

·         Earth and Space Science, Grades 9-10

1. Matter and Energy in the Earth System
2. The Earth's Sources of Energy

·         Life Sciences, Grades 6-8

Living Things and their Environment
Changes in Ecosystems Over Time

·         Biology, Grades 9-10

6. Ecology

·         Physical Sciences, Grades 6-8

Heat Energy

·         Technology/Engineering, Grades 6-8

2.      Engineering Design

Cost:  Free

Decription: This “Kids Zone” website from the BPA contains interactive games and quizzes that range in age and skill level for all students to enjoy and test their knowledge about energy. One activity is the “Who Wants to Win a $1,000,000?” science game in which students participate by answering science-related questions in a structure much like the television show “Who Wants to be a Millionaire.” The site can be used to review information and facts in the classroom and provides a fun alternative to pen and paper lessons in learning about science. The site can be also be used by the general public for facts and information on energy resources.