Energy Sources True or False

This worksheet helps students in Grades 4, 5, and 6 strengthen their understanding of renewable and nonrenewable energy by evaluating factual statements using scientific reasoning and reading comprehension. Students analyze claims about solar, wind, hydropower, oil, coal, biomass, geothermal energy, and natural gas, applying prior knowledge, sustainability concepts, and environmental impact awareness to decide whether each statement is true or false.

Skills Reinforced

• Energy Source Knowledge (Grades 4-6) – Students review key characteristics of renewable and nonrenewable energy sources, including availability and environmental effects.
• Scientific Reasoning – Learners evaluate statements for accuracy, identify misconceptions, and apply evidence-based thinking.
• Sustainability Concepts – The activity reinforces ideas related to conservation, long-term resource use, and environmental responsibility.
• Reading & Interpretation – Students practice carefully reading informational statements and making informed judgments.

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource – Developed by educators to align with upper-elementary science standards.
• Formative Assessment Tool – Ideal for quick checks for understanding, exit tickets, review lessons, or test preparation.
• Bonus Critical Thinking Question – Encourages students to connect classroom learning to real-world energy policies and government decisions.
• Flexible Classroom Use – Suitable for independent work, partner discussion, small groups, or whole-class review.

This true-or-false energy worksheet helps students build confidence in science literacy, critical thinking, and content accuracy while addressing common misconceptions about energy and sustainability. By evaluating energy-related claims and considering real-world implications, students strengthen their understanding of environmental impact, renewable resources, and responsible energy use. Whether used in a classroom or homeschool setting, this printable resource offers meaningful, low-prep practice that supports deeper learning in energy science.

This worksheet is part of our Renewable and Nonrenewable Energy Sources Worksheets collection.