A Crayon Rock Cycle- Metamorphic
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Children's Museum Of Houston
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This is part 2 of the three-part "Crayon Rock Cycle" activity and must be done after part 1: Sedimentary Rocks. In this activity, learners explore how metamorphic rocks form. Learners start by creating a second sedimentary crayon rock. Learners place their rock in a tin foil boat, which is set on top of hot water. As the heat transfers from the water to the tin foil, this sedimentary rock becomes a metamorphic rock. Once their rock is formed, learners should draw their rock in their science journal. The activity guide contains step-by-step instructions, a background "Did You Know" section, an early childhood adaption section, and an extension "challenge" section.
- Under 5 minutes
- 10 to 30 minutes
- $1 - $5 per student
- Ages 4 - adult
- Activity, Model
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- Crayon Shavings from Sedimentary Rock
- Aluminum Foil Square
- Hot Pot with Water
- Aluminum Foil Pans
- Toothpicks
Subjects
- Earth and Space Science
- Earth Structure
- Rocks and Minerals
- Earth's History
- Geologic Time
- Earth Structure
- Physical Sciences
- Heat and Thermodynamics
- Heat Transfer
- Heat and Thermodynamics
Informal Categories
- Nature and Environment
Audience
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
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- Free access
