Grade 5 · Science · Lesson 12

Forms of Energy

Energy is what makes things happen. It moves objects, lights up rooms, warms our food, and lets us hear sounds. Energy never disappears — it only changes from one form into another.

What this lesson teaches

1Name the main forms of energy
2Identify everyday examples of each form of energy
3Describe how energy can change from one form to another
4Explain the difference between kinetic and potential energy

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