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New Unit Alert- Rock Transformations 🪨
What do the towering Rocky Mountains and the flat Great Plains have in common? In this unit, students explore a surprising mystery: rocks from both regions share similar mineral compositions. Acting as geologists, students investigate how rocks form and transform over time through processes like weathering, erosion, heat, and pressure. Using models, simulations, and data, they explore how energy from the Sun and Earth’s interior drives the cycling of rock material.
Get ready to erupt into science! 🌋
Our End-of-Year Group Volcano Project gives students the chance to become geologists, researchers, and creative designers as they explore some of the world’s most fascinating volcanoes. Working in groups, students will investigate how volcanoes form, the impacts they have on people and the environment, and what makes each volcano unique. Using research, models, visuals, and creativity, students will design a trifold presentation board to showcase their learning. We can’t wait to see these explosive projects come to life!
Check out this youtube playlist about PLATE MOTION, the ROCK CYCLE, and VOLCANOES here:Â
Vocabulary & Other Resources
You can access the slide shows below to view links, additional resources, and vocabulary for each unit.Â
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