Rocking Changes

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In this earth science activity, learners conduct a series of short experiments to explore how rocks change. Learners will examine the components of the rock cycle as well as how rocks can change over time due to weathering, erosion, pressure and heat. In particular, learners will model igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks. [Activity is publicly available through a web crawler capture on Archive.org.]

Quick Guide

Preparation Time:
Under 5 minutes
Learning Time:
30 to 45 minutes
Estimated Materials Cost:
$5 - $10 per student
Age Range:
Ages 6 - 11
Resource Types:
Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan, Model
Language:
English

Materials List (per student)

  • 1 plastic container with lid
  • 1 box of sugar cubes
  • 1 plastic tray
  • 1 handful of small stones
  • 1 box of crayons
  • 1 small round foil tray
  • 1 wooden stick
  • 1 plastic cup
  • 1 hot plate
  • 1 pot or pan
  • 1 piece of foil
  • water
  • plastic knife

Keywords

Subjects

  • Earth and Space Science
    • Earth Processes
    • Earth Structure
      • Rocks and Minerals
    • Earth's History
      • Geologic Time
  • The Nature of Science
    • The Scientific Process
      • Conducting Investigations

Informal Categories

  • Nature and Environment

Audience

To use this activity, learners need to:

  • see
  • touch

Learning styles supported:

  • Involves hands-on or lab activities

Other

Components that are part of this resource:

Includes alignment to state and/or national standards:

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Access Rights:

  • Free access

By:

  • Mission Science Workshop

Rights:

  • All rights reserved, Mission Science Workshop, 2013

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