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- 4th - 7th
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Students observe a rock sample, either igneous, sedimentary or metamorphic, and construct a model of this rock type. They explore the materials and processes that form rocks. This activity last about 45 minutes. Full Review »
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- 4th - 12th
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Students collect rocks found locally and write a brief description which includes the name of the rock, whether the rock is sedimentary, metamorphic, or igneous, and what uses the rock has. They exchange rocks with another class in another geographic area. Full Review »
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- 4th - 6th
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Students classify rocks into eight attributes - color, shape, weight, sheen, hardness, layers, texture, and pattern, and enter and sort information in database. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students examine the rock cycle by watching videos and then use creative storytelling techniques to tell the story of a rock as it undergoes geologic changes. Full Review »
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- 7th - 9th
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Students describe the changes undergone by rocks during the rock cycle and develop an understanding of the interconnectedness of the rock cycle. Full Review »
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- 4th - 7th
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Students create an experiment to demonstrate chemical and/or physical weathering of their rock. They complete multiple choice questions and write an essay. Full Review »
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- 3rd
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Students research rocks, minerals, crystals, and volcanoes. They explore various websites, complete a WebQuest worksheet, and using Hyperstudio, create a slideshow about rocks, minerals, or volcanoes. Full Review »
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- 3rd - 5th
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Students examine the rock cycle and the path that rocks go through to rearranged in different ways. They define key vocabulary terms, then in small groups conduct a variety of experiments using crayon shavings as simulated rocks and rock pieces. Full Review »
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- 3rd - 5th
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Students investigate the property of rocks and how to distinguish among the different types. They explore the hardness of rocks and perform streak tests to determine mineral color. They classify rocks according to their properties. Full Review »
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- 10th - 12th
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Students explore, examine and determine what kinds of rock art motifs are likely the product of ancient ritual descent. They identify connections between rock art symbolism and Native American ritual practices. Each student also views a set of images from the Photo Galleries concerning Native American rituals. Full Review »
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