Elementary (Grades 4–6)
Lesson Title: How Do You Plan a Trip in an Electric Car?
Time: 45–60 minutes
Learning Goals
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Understand that EVs need planning for charging
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Learn that weather and distance affect travel
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Practice problem-solving and planning
Big Ideas
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Electric cars use electricity instead of gas
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Charging takes time and planning
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Good planning reduces stress and surprises
Activity: Road Trip Planner
Students are given a fictional EV trip (home → cottage → town). Using a simple map:
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Choose where to stop
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Decide when to charge
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Plan breaks for food or rest
Discussion
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Why is planning important?
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What happens if you don’t plan?
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How is planning an EV trip similar to planning anything else?
