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Rocks Makin' Rocks: Rock Cycle Simulation Lesson PlanRocks Makin' Rocks: Rock Cycle Simulation Lesson Plan
Publisher
Science 4 Inquiry
Resource Details
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Grade
6th - 8th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
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For Teacher Use
Duration
45 mins
Instructional Strategies
Collaborative Learning
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Year
2017
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Rocks Makin' Rocks: Rock Cycle Simulation

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Scholars review prior knowledge before completing a hands-on simulation of the rock cycle. They write stories or songs summarizing their simulations to demonstrate mastery.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

minerals, the rock cycle, rocks

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Offer extra credit for anyone willing to perform one of the rock cycle songs in front of their peers
  • Have examples of each rock type for pupils to explore

Classroom Considerations

  • Assumes prior knowledge of the types of rocks

Pros

  • Uses basic materials, making it easy to implement in your classroom
  • Easily adapts to higher and lower levels
  • Provides a list of supplementary resources to help extend learning

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RST.6-8.3 RST.6-8.4 RST.6-8.7

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