Science Worksheet · Grades 4–6
Renewable and Nonrenewable Resources Worksheet
A printable science worksheet for grades 4-6 on renewable and nonrenewable resources: renewable resources are replaced quickly by nature, while nonrenewable resources can run out. Students classify eight resources, then answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.
Subject
Science
Grades
Grades 4–6
Skill Focus
Renewable and Nonrenewable Resources, earth science
Lesson Length
15 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
A renewable resource can be replaced by nature in a short time, so it will not run out if used wisely, while a nonrenewable resource exists in a limited amount and cannot be replaced quickly once it is used up. This worksheet helps students sort common resources and understand why conservation matters.
Section A gives eight resources (Sunlight used by solar panels; Coal burned in a power plant) and asks students to label each renewable or nonrenewable. The reference box teaches the idea with geothermal heat and ocean tides, examples not reused in the items.
Section B asks students to define a renewable resource, explain why nonrenewable resources should be saved, classify sunlight with a reason, and name another renewable resource. Page 3 is a complete answer key. The skill builds toward understanding energy and conservation.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box aloud and ask ‘can nature replace this quickly?’ for each example.
Complete Section A independently – have students decide if each resource will run out.
Work Section B item 11 together: explain why sunlight is a renewable resource.
Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check or teacher review.
Pair with the Natural Resources Worksheet or the Forms of Energy Worksheet for an energy mini-unit.
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Renewable and Nonrenewable Resources Worksheet
A printable science worksheet for grades 4-6 on renewable and nonrenewable resources: renewable resources are replaced quickly by nature, while nonrenewable resources can run out. Students classify eight resources, then answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.
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