Section outline

  • Image result for geological timelineImage result for rock cycle Image result for weathering

    Context: Future Pathways

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...Earth systems, so as to Investigate the composition, structure, and features of the geosphere, hydrosphere, and atmosphere.
    Success Criteria:       I can/have:
    • Differentiate between the three main types of rocks found on earth.
    • explain the rock cycle and the interactions between them.
    • Identify & classify various types of rocks in the lab using a classification/identification key.

    Activities:

    1. Reading comprehension task: https://www.softschools.com/language_arts/reading_comprehension/science/493/the_rock_cycle/
    2. Complete the Edpuzzle task from Google classroom.
    3. Make notes to write an information report about the Rock cycle
    4. Rock Identification and classification key - http://www.minsocam.org/MSA/collectors_corner/id/rock_key.htm#minerals
    5. Students will identify and classify rocks using the website.