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Earth Science Curriculum Map

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Earth Science Curriculum Map

The experiments in this module fall under thirteen topics that relate to three aspects of earth and space science: Rocks, Minerals, and Erosion, Weather, and Waste and Our World.

The activities have two intentions: to teach concepts related to earth and space science and to provide students the opportunity to apply the necessary skills needed for mastery of science and technology curriculum objectives.

In each section you will find teacher notes designed to provide you guidance with the learning intention, the success criteria, materials needed, a lesson outline, as well as provide some insight on what results to expect when the experiments are conducted.

Suggestions for differentiation are also included so that all students can be successful in the learning environment.

Introduction:

  • At a Glance 
  • Introduction 
  • Table of Contents 
  • Teacher Assessment Rubric 
  • Student Self-Assessment Rubric 

Lesson Topics:

Lesson One: Rock Types

Lesson Two: Fossils

Lesson Three: Exploring Minerals

Lesson Four: Mining

Lesson Five: Fun with Rocks

Lesson Six: Experimenting with Erosion

Lesson Seven: Erosion Prevention!

Lesson Eight: Weather Patterns

Lesson Nine: Precipitation 

Lesson Ten: Weather Instruments

Lesson Eleven: Waste

Lesson Twelve: Managing Waste

Lesson Thirteen: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle!

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