This curriculum was developed for Rhode Island teachers and students in partnership with The Rhode Island Energy Efficiency and Resource Management Council, The Rhode Island Department of Health Climate Change Program, and The NEED Project. This multidisciplinary unit introduces students to energy consumption, energy efficiency, conservation and energy burden in Rhode Island, and how energy use can impact the climate and the health of Rhode Islanders. Hands-on materials can be purchased by contacting NEED. Teacher and/or student trainings can also be hosted upon request. Contact NEED for further information.

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Intermediate/Secondary Energy, Climate, and You Teacher Guide  (grades 6-12)
Intermediate/Secondary Energy, Climate, and You Student Guide
Elementary Energy, Climate, and You Teacher Guide  (grades 3-5)
Elementary Energy, Climate, and You Student Guide
Primary Energy, Climate, and You Teacher/Student  Guide (grades K-2)

All available as a free PDF download

Also available as an e-publication:
Intermediate/Secondary Teacher Guide
Intermediate/Secondary Student Guide
Elementary Teacher Guide
Elementary Student Guide
Primary Teacher/Student Guide

Additional climate science materials are available here.

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