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CK-12 Earth Science Concepts for Middle School eBookCK-12 Earth Science Concepts for Middle School eBook
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CK-12 Foundation
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6th - 8th
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Science
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1 hr
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CK-12 Earth Science Concepts for Middle School

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Explore a variety of science concepts in an interactive textbook created for middle school scholars. A lengthy table of contents takes readers to pages comprised of a subject overview, outline, and summary. Follow links further to find chapter resources, details, and attributions. 

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Concepts

the scientific method, making observations, observational skills, conducting investigations, communication, the earth, planet earth, the planet earth, minerals, rocks, plate tectonics, continental drift, seafloor spreading, plate boundaries, landforms, the earth's crust, earthquakes, volcanoes, volcanic eruptions, freshwater, water, oceans, the sea floor, the atmosphere, the earth's atmosphere, energy, energy transfer, air pollution, weather, climate, climates, weathering, soil, erosion, rivers, streams, groundwater, wind, waves, glaciers, gravity, the earth's history, geologic history, geology, fossils, ecosystems, matter, energy flow, evolution, population, human impact on the environment, natural resources, conservation, the solar system

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science

Instructional Ideas

  • Bookmark the link on a classroom device, direct pupils to browse concepts in need of extra practice
  • Go over the webpage with parents and guardians at Back-to-School Night or Parent-Teacher Conferences
  • Provide the link for learners to have access at home, encourage them to seek guidance when needed  

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Pros

  • A table of contents with clickable links makes finding information quick and easy 
  • Many chapters include an eye-catching photograph 
  • The book can be downloaded, edited, and saved 


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