Fossil fuels are like old energy snacks that humans can eat today.
What Are They Made Of?
How We Use Them
When you light a candle, it burns wax to make light. When we burn coal, oil, or gas, they give off heat and light, just like the candle. This helps us power cars, heat homes, and even run big machines in factories.
Think of fossil fuels as energy that was saved from long ago, now it’s ready to help you play video games, ride bikes, or eat ice cream!
Examples
- A kid learns that coal is made from ancient trees buried deep underground.
- A student finds out oil comes from tiny sea creatures that lived millions of years ago.
- A child sees how gas forms when ancient plants and animals are crushed under layers of rock.