Lesson Plan

Minerals

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Students define the characteristics of a mineral. In this geology lesson, students are given out various materials to observe such as a chicken bone, salt shaker, white paint, and chalk. Students categorize the items and are told what minerals make up each item. Each student is given an index card with the name of a mineral to research.

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Resource Details
Grade
3rd - 5th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Duration
1 hr
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning