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3/2/2021 0 Comments Renewable Energy: WindMillSanjana Kambhammettu and Vishista Chittalooru
In this session, we will be exploring the concept of energy, more specifically renewable v.s. non-renewable energy sources, and how they impact our planet. While discussing these topics, we will be creating a 3-D windmill model to demonstrate one method of renewable energy: wind power. Our recommended age group for this project is 7-10 years old, however, all ages are welcome!
Materials Needed:
- Toilet Paper Roll
- Scissors​ - Tape - Cardboard/Sturdy item (ex. small portion of a paper plate) - Wooden skewer(s), 4 toothpicks, or 2 straws ​- I sheet of paper Optional: 1-2 sheets of construction paper, writing/coloring utensil(s) How To
Step 1: Cut out a cardboard circle the size of a quarter.
Step 2: Create four equal sections on this circle. Step 3: Cut one straw or wooden skewer into 4 equal sections (make them a size that works with the size of your toilet paper roll) Step 4: Cut out 4 small squares/rectangles, adjusting the size according to the length of your straw pieces. Step 5: Attach each square/rectangle to the end of your straw pieces. They should look something like mini flags! Step 6: Place each "flag" flat on the cardboard circle in an X shape. Attach it to the cardboard using tape. Step 7: Put your about 1/2 inch from the top of the toilet paper roll, and trace the circular ending of the straw onto the roll. Step 8: Cut out that circle, making sure you do it on the other side! Your straw needs to go through the toilet paper roll! Step 9: Using tape, attach the straw directly to the center of the circular cardboard that has our flags on it. Retape it as many times as needed, it needs to be sturdy! Step 10: Pull the straw through the holes in the toilet paper roll. Optional step: Decorate the outside of your paper towel roll using a sheet of paper and/or coloring utensils. Step 11: Make a small cone that covers the top of the paper towel roll by cutting a 4 in x 4 in paper and glueing/taping it closed. Step 12: Spin the windmill with your finger, and watch it create renewable wind energy! The Lesson
In this session, we will be adressing the differences between renewable and. non-renewable energy sources, and how we use them in our world today. This includes learning about how fossil fuels impact Earth, and how different forms of energy, such as solar, wind, hydro, and thermal are beneficial to our planet. This connection between the previously mentioned concepts and the real life application behind the crreation of the wind mill will allow for students to deepen their critical thinking skills and for them to make more in depth realizations. You can find the science explanations and a picture of the craft below!
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