Background papers are supplied that outline the energy education needs for New Jersey schools and show the dimensions of the energy crisis in terms of the availability of fuel sources. A curriculum model for Introduction to Energy and Energy Conservation is supplied with background information written for all teachers from kindergarten through secondary school. Four teaching units provide for the differentiation of instruction: kindergarten-primary, upper elementary, middle school, and high school level. A glossary and an extensive bibliography complete the model. The major goal of the publication is to give the teacher orientation to energy education and the encouragement to do research and teaching beyond the initial, condensed content. Another section describes energy audits for school buildings as well as suggesting guidelines for starting a district energy program. (Author/MLF)