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Renewable vs. Nonrenewable Resources

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Renewable vs. Nonrenewable Resources
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Summary

What is the difference between renewable and non-renewable energy? Our fun video & lesson for kids breaks it down. Watch now to learn the science!

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Ages 7+

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Discussion questions

A few questions to talk through after watching Renewable vs. Nonrenewable Resources:

  1. What did the video show about renewable vs. nonrenewable resources that surprised you?
  2. What is one question you still have after watching?
  3. Where have you noticed renewable vs. nonrenewable resources in the world around you?
  4. How could you test or observe part of this yourself?

Quick work-a-long

Try it:

  • In one sentence, tell a neighbor what renewable vs. nonrenewable resources means.
  • Draw or write one example of your own, then check it against the video.