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This Volcanoes: Kindergarten Lesson Plans and Activities lesson plan also includes:
- Plate Tectonic Cycle Kindergarten Workbook
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In the pre-lab, kindergarteners mimic the movements of the eruption of a volcano and discover various volcanoes around the United States. Then, pupils sort different types of volcanic rocks in the lab before learning how volcanoes grow from the flow of lava.
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Instructional Ideas
- Create a word wall with the vocabulary presented throughout the labs
- Print pictures of volcanoes to present the different ways volcanoes can look
Classroom Considerations
- This is the first lesson in a series of labs that explore the cycle of plate tectonics
- Requires samples of minerals and volcanic rocks
- Some concepts may prove too difficult for kindergarteners to understand, therefore, tailor each lab section to meet the needs of the class members
Pros
- Comes with a workbook for all sections in the unit
- Allows for hands-on learning
Cons
- Slightly advanced topics for kindergarteners