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How Science Works: Fossil Record - Televised Debate
Students compare the three theories used tp interpret fossil records. In this earth science lesson, students create a production of a televised debate. They collaborate with group members to generate relevant questions about the topic.
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Creating a Disaster
Young scholars construct a volcano model. In this earth science lesson, students determine the structure and build of their volcano. They explain the danger of volcanic eruptions.
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Graphing: Ocean Floor
Students graph the ocean floor using given data. In this earth science lesson plan, students label different oceanic features on the map. They answer questions at the end of the lab.
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Energy: The Big Picture
Students research about energy related topics. In this earth science instructional activity, students discuss ways to save energy. They create a presentation about their research and share it with the class.
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Plate Tectonics
Students simulate the three types of plate boundaries using robots. In this earth science lesson, students explain how earthquakes and volcanoes are formed. They collect real-world earthquake data and plot them on the map.
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So, just how hot am I?
Students design a lab demonstrating the scientific method. In this earth science instructional activity, students investigate different materials for their heat absorbing property. They report their findings in class.
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Soil Comparison and Analysis
Students perform tests on different soil samples. In this earth science lesson, students classify the soil into groups according to test results. They write a lab report following a certain criteria.
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Tic-Tac-Toe for Layers of the Earth
Eighth graders identify the different layers of the earth. In this earth science lesson, 8th graders choose a project to do from a given list according to their learning style. They present their finished project in class.
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Weather Instrument Use and Application
Eighth graders measure temperature, wind speed and pressure using Skymaster SM-28. In this earth science lesson, 8th graders collect data and record observations taken from outdoors. They explain why numerical values are different in...
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Earth History Part II
Eighth graders hypothesize what caused the break up of continents. In this earth science lesson, 8th graders study about the events that took place during Mesozoic and Cenozoic Era. They reconstruct a supercontinent and report their...
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Weather Elements and Instruments
Eighth graders identify the different weather elements. In this earth science lesson, 8th graders explain the difference between relative humidity and dew point. They discuss the different instruments used to predict weather.
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Rock Cycle
Middle schoolers explain the processes involved in the rock cycle. In this earth science instructional activity, students identify the different kinds of rocks. They complete a worksheet during the activity.
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Rock Identification Lab
Eighth graders compare and contrast the three different types of rock. In this earth science lesson plan, 8th graders classify rock samples according to their correct rock type. They design their own data collection table.
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Mineral Lab
Eighth graders examine the physical properties of different minerals. In this earth science lesson plan, 8th graders explain the uses of minerals in their daily lives. They complete the mineral identification table during the lesson plan.
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Weather Forecasting Basics
Eighth graders analyze weather diagrams and weather maps. In this earth science instructional activity, 8th graders explain why it is important to know the weather. They complete a handout at the end of the instructional activity.
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Global Warming – More or Less
Eighth graders identify the factors that contribute to global warming. In this earth science lesson, 8th graders evaluate the impact of global warming on the planet. They discuss their views within the group.
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Soil Layers
Ninth graders identify the different layers of soil. In this earth science lesson, 9th graders explain how limestone layers are formed. They identify the different parts of the coral colony.
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Great Lakes Watershed
Eighth graders construct a watershed model. In this earth science lesson plan, 8th graders compare the Great Lakes watershed to others in the country. They explain its in the ecosystem.
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Volcanoes: Mount Vesuvius
Young scholars explain how volcanoes form. In this earth science lesson, students identify the different types of volcanoes. They create brochures about Mt. Vesuvius before and after the eruption.
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Ordering Geologic Events Using Cross-Sections
Students analyze cross-sections of geologic events. In this geology instructional activity, students identify the type of environment where the cross-section come from. They take a quiz at the end of the instructional activity.
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Hurricanes and the Importance of Wetlands
Students explain how wetlands minimize the impact of hurricanes. In this earth science lesson, students investigate how different materials affect the steam plume path. They complete their worksheet after the lab.
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Geographic Effects on Precipitation, Water Vapor and Temperature
Students investigate the factors affecting climate using Live Access Server. For this geography lesson, students graph atmospheric data using Excel spreadsheet. They compare and contrast temperature, precipitation and water vapor of two...
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Understanding Lava Layers
Seventh graders trace the lava flow of an erupting volcano. In this earth science lesson plan, 7th graders experiment using baking soda and vinegar. They record and share their observations.
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The Dirt on Soil
Students classify different soil types. In this earth science lesson, students explain the factors that affect groundwater quality. They design and build a water treatment plant.