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Curated OER

Pass the Plate

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students define constructive forces. They describe how landforms are created as a result of constructive forces. Students recognize active volcano areas in the United States. They demonstrate an understanding of Panagea.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Lessons of the Lorax

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders read a story that is about the brown pelicans. Then they use the story narrative in order to apply it to the concept of adaptations in different species. The benefits of certain adaptations is examined.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Composting "The Right Mix"

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students investigate the correct mix of material types for compost. In this composting lesson, students explore the correct amounts of different types of materials to create a compost heap. Students then create a compost heap.
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Curated OER

Most Troublesome Exotic Invasive Plant Species Web Quest

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students participate in a Web Quest activity in which they identify common exotic invasive plant species of the Southern Appalachian Region. After identifying the top 10 exotic invasive species, they choose one to research in depth.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Science Test-Grade 5

For Students 5th
In this grade 5 science test activity, 5th graders complete a 30 question multiple choice quiz covering a variety of grade 5 concepts. 
Interactive
Curated OER

Sedimentary Rocks Worksheet

For Students 4th - 8th
In this geology lab worksheet, students answer 31 short answer questions about sedimentary rocks. Teacher needs to provide text or internet site for students to find answers.
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Curated OER

Arsenic Globally

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students, using directed questions, identify five internet resources. They use these resources to identify relevant information by highlighting those sections that address the provided questions. Students present the answers to these...
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Hurricane Matthew Causes Weathering and Erosion

For Students 3rd - 5th
View videos and photos from the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew and see how the earth's landforms changed as a result of the heavy winds and rain. Weathering and erosion made a new landform and dramatically changed the coastline....
Handout
Sophia Learning

Sophia: Weathering and Erosion

For Students 6th - 8th
A quick overview of the processes of weathering and erosion which shape Earth's surface.
Unit Plan
Scholastic

Scholastic: Study Jams! Science: Weathering & Erosion

For Students 3rd - 5th
A video and a short multiple-choice quiz on the topic of weathering and erosion, what they are, and how they alter the Earth's surface.
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Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Investigating Earth Changes: Looking at Weathering and Erosion

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students will explore weathering and erosion, what causes them, and the difference between them. They will be able to find evidence of weathering and erosion in the environment around them.
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The Wonder of Science

The Wonder of Science: 4 Ess2 1: Weathering and Erosion

For Teachers 4th
Work samples, phenomena, assessment templates, and videos that directly address standard 4-ESS2-1: weathering and erosion.
Lesson Plan
Utah Education Network

Uen: Weathering and Erosion Splashdown

For Teachers 4th
Understand how plants and their roots help slow the erosion process.
Handout
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Weathering and Erosion Study Guide

For Students 6th - 8th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Provides a brief summary of key points about weathering and erosion. Includes a few questions to check for understanding.
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Texas Education Agency

Texas Gateway: Weathering and Decomposition

For Students 2nd - 6th
Learn about weathering and decomposition in this tutorial that includes interactive activities, videos, and more.
Handout
US Geological Survey

U.s. Geological Survey: What's the Difference Between Weathering and Erosion?

For Students 3rd - 8th
Brief explanation of the difference between weathering and erosion.
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Weathering and Erosion

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes how solid rock is worn down through weathering.
Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Showing the Difference Between Erosion and Weathering

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
In the lesson, the students will be learning about weathering and erosion. They will see examples of weathering and erosion and the difference between the two. They will be performing experiments that show weathering and erosion. This...
Lesson Plan
Utah Education Network

Uen: Trb 4:3 Investigation 4 Erosion

For Teachers 4th
Activities help students understand erosion.
Website
Curated OER

National Park Service: Us Geological Survey: Weathering vs. Erosion

For Students 9th - 10th
The USGS & National Park Service provide a description of the difference between weathering and erosion, and the difference between chemical and mechanical weathering.
Unit Plan
Georgia Department of Education

Ga Virtual Learning: Geology: Surface Processes

For Students 9th - 10th
In this interactive tutorial, you will learn about the types of weathering and erosion that rocks and landforms undergo. This will lead to a discussion of soil and the types of soil. Lastly, you will learn about mass movements of soil,...
Lesson Plan
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Investigating Erosion

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this investigation, middle schoolers will use sand to build a mountain and then use a straw and watering can to simulate wind erosion and water erosion. Students will make observations and then propose ways to slow the erosion and/or...
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Fourth Grade Science: Earth Science: Weathering

For Students 4th - 5th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Looks at mechanical and chemical weathering, agents of weathering, and gives examples of each type of weathering.
Activity
TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Glaciers, Water and Wind, Oh My!

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
This hands-on activity explores five different forms of erosion (chemical, water, wind, glacier and temperature). Students rotate through stations and model each type of erosion on rocks, soils and minerals. The students record their...

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