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Coal forms from the ancient remains of plants that were alive on Earth before the dinosaurs! Scholars use their t-charts from the previous lesson over resources and research to determine if their information is correct. Through analysis of either websites or printed information, pairs then discuss how coal, oil, and natural gas is formed. Using their information, they then draw models of Earth's natural resources and their locations to round out the fourth installment of 12.
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Instructional Ideas
- If using websites for pairs to research information, have about five good websites listed on the board for them to use
Classroom Considerations
- Activity best fits with fifth, sixth, and seventh graders
- Classes should possess some knowledge about renewable and nonrenewable resources in order to complete the activity
Pros
- Lesson provides two choices for an assessment—a concept quiz or an essay
- Activity is a great overview of natural resources, providing scholars with an abundance of information
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