Wind Turbines

This project involves eighth grade students working in teams to build fully functioning windmills.  They develop an understanding and awareness for wind energy sources, as well as a sense of sustainable energy.  The highlight of the unit for students is when they get to test the output of their windmill using small fans. Shown in the photo at the right are teachers from  Meadowview School participating in a training so that they may use the project in their classroom.

WEBSITES

Kidwind project

America Wind Energy Association

The Wind Turbine Company

Center for Alternative Technology

Energy Story

Kids Saving Energy

Renewable Energy Lesson Plans

Earthday Network

Get Energized

Wind Energy

How wind power works

Exploring Windmill design

VIDEOS
Wind Turbine Construction
Windmill disaster

BOOKS
Teacher’s Guide to Wind Power Projects-pamphlet

The Wind at Work

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