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Fossils and Lithologic Units

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Practicing paleontologists map the geologic time scale, simulate the formation of sedimentary rock, and analyze fossil data. Instructions for four activities and five assessment choices are provided for the teacher. This comprehensive lesson plan thoroughly exposes learners to the stages of evolution as evidenced by the fossil record. 

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geologic time scale, geology, fossils

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fossils, geologic time scale, science
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Grade
6th - 9th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
4 days
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning

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