I Hear You’ve Got Heat, Heat Energy?

If you’re starting a unit all about heat energy, this simple poster is a fantastic reminder of what heat is at a scientific level. The definition provided uses both scientific language and child-friendly language.

What is heat?

Heat is a form of energy that is created when tiny particles called molecules move around. When these molecules speed up, they produce heat, making things warmer, and when they slow down, they make things cooler.

How to Use This ‘What is Heat?’ Poster

This simple poster is the perfect way to introduce the heat concept to your students. Here are some points to consider when using this heat poster:

• Choose a prominent location in the classroom where all students can easily see the poster. Consider printing it larger as the introductory visual for your students.
• Begin the lesson by directing students’ attention to the poster.
• Engage students in a brief discussion about the poster’s content. Outline any vocabulary that may be new to the students and write definitions to match.
• Create an anchor chart with your students that provides relatable examples of heat in their lives.

Create a Heat Classroom Display

Once you’ve downloaded this easy-to-print PDF. You may like to check out our other heat energy classroom displays.

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