How Trains Transport People and Goods
5th GradeSocial Studies45 min
Learning Objective
I can describe how trains move people and goods.
Lesson Flow
Watch Video
How do trains work? (Britain's Digital Railways)
Fun Kids Learn
Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
- •
Early trains were powered by gravity or pulled by horses, but these trains were very slow.
- •
Steam trains burn fuel to boil water, creating steam that moves pistons and turns the wheels.
- •
Electric trains get their power from overhead lines using a pantograph, and they are faster, quieter, and better for the environment.
Practice
10 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Name two ways trains can be powered and describe how they work.”
Teacher Guide
Get the complete package:
- Answer keys for all questions
- Differentiation strategies
- Extension activities
- Printable student handouts
