Kid Wind Project
Topic : Wind Energy
Source: The KidWind project at The Wright Center at Tufts University
Web Address : www.kidwind.org
Note: This site is under construction.
Grade Level: 6-12
Learning Strategies : Read and Comprehend, Interpret Diagrams, Construct a Device, Experiment
Framework Connections: (Grades 6 - 8)
- Physical Sciences
4. Forms of Energy
- Technology/Engineering
1. Materials, Tools, and Machines
2. Engineering Design
5. Construction Technology
Framework Connections: (Grade 9 - 12)
- Earth and Space Science
1. Matter and Energy in the Earth System
2. The Earth's Sources of Energy
- Physics
1. Motions and Forces
2. Conservation of Energy and Momentum
- Technology/Engineering
1. Engineering Design
2. Construction Technology
3. Energy and Power Technologies-Fluid Systems
Not all features of this web site are available as the site is presently under construction. The features of the web site that are accessible at this time provide an overview of the project and instructions for constructing wind turbines.
The KidWind Project also sponsors one-day workshops for teachers to explore wind energy technology. Information is available on the web site.