In this lesson, you will learn about how the Earth formed as well as the composition and structural layers of the Earth's interior.

This lesson will help students visualize the Earth's crust (lithosphere), mantle, and core. The students will work in groups to research and design a model of the Earth's layers. Some of the types of models include: computer, fruits such...

Provides a discussion of the layers of the earth including the crust, mantle, inner core, and outer core.

[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about the layers of the Earth and a place near the Canary Islands where there is a hole in the crust. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading...

The Earth has been in a state of continual change since its formation. The major part of this change, involving volcanism and tectonics, has been driven by heat produced from the decay of radioactive elements within the Earth. The other...

This activity from The Franklin Institute demonstrates the layers of the earth using gelatin, pudding, graham crackers, and a few other items. The students actually construct a representation of the earth that they can eat.

Windows to the Universe provides a brief overview of the structure of the interior of Earth.

At this site from Suzy's World and Suzy Cato, you can find out what the earth is made of and try an experiment.

Improve understanding of word processing and knowledge of the layers of Earth's interior. Links to North Carolina State Standards.

As an overview of the online exhibit on earthquakes, this site discusses the various sections inside the Earth. The crust, the mantle, and the core are each individually discussed.

The interactive resource examines the plate tectonics, magnetic reversals, and continental drift of the Earth. An animation of the Earth's continental drift over the last 750 million years is included.

In this activity, students gain an understanding of the layers of the Earth by designing and building a clay model.

The Franklin Institute has provided a demonstration that theorizes how the earth's crust was formed. This is a lesson plan that needs only a few materials.

Players will test their knowledge of the layers of the Earth. Know terms such as core, crust, and upper and lower mantle.

Explore the layers of the Earth through this interactive quiz.

In this interactive tutorial you will learn about earthquakes and seismic waves. Learn about why and how these form and also discuss the hazards - direct and indirect - posed by earthquakes. You will then learn how our knowledge of...

The Earth is at your fingertips. Simply click on the piece you are looking for and explore.

Brief informational site provides information about the Earth's structure, plates and core.

[Free Registration/Login Required] The lesson teaches fifth grade students about the 4 layers of the Earth. Characteristics of each layer are presented. The lesson incorporates video, student participation, and Activote assessment. The...

This site is a very simple overview of plate tectonics. It includes a map of all the major plates and a diagram of the layers of the earth.

Explanation of the factors that result in the formation of volcanoes, some basic but helpful animations and photographs.