4th Grade PBL Science | Converting Energy | Scientific Method

This 3-week project-based learning (science-focused) research-based unit is the perfect way to teach reading, writing, research skills, and the scientific method in one engaging, real-world unit. Your students will use key standards, such as research, reading comprehension, and inquiry in a real-life scenario based on energy conversions. The best part about PBL is that student choice and differentiation are built in!   Driving Question: How can I design an experiment for my class to test a device that converts energy from one form to another?   NGSS Standards Covered: NGSS.4-PS3-2: Make observations to provide evidence that energy can be transferred from place to place by sound, light, heat, and electric currents. NGSS.4-PS3-4: Apply scientific ideas to design, test, and refine a device that converts energy from one form to another.   Students are challenged to design an experiment using the scientific method to test a device that can convert energy from one form to another.   Banish those boring worksheets and get your students excited about real life learning! This 3-week project covers the following skills: Research Reading Comprehension Vocabulary Collaboration Communication Report Writing Design & Creativity Critical Thinking   Included in this Resource: Lesson Outline Sample Pacing Teacher Guide with Lesson Plans Scaffolded Research Notes Graphing Instruction & Overview Rubric & Sample Answers   Plus, a BONUS digital version is included as well!