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DVP1 Hands on Lesson "Journey to the center of the Earth"
Grade Level:
6
Subject:
Science
Topic:
Earth Science: Layers of the earth/ structure of the earth
Objective:
Hands on Objective #1:Students will complete a parfait to represent layers of the earth, with labels indicating all seven layers identified in the text, and be prepared to explain the reasoning for the "materials" chosen to form each layer.
Hands On Objective #2: Students will list as many layers of the earth as they can, identify in which layer convection occurs, and be able to describe a selected term to the best of their ability as part of a formative learning assessment.
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Prep:
A grocery store trip will be required to get parfait materials
A Powerpoint will need to be made or one pulled off the internet can be used with modifications.
Materials:
video clip from The Core
Powerpoint presentation on layers of the earth
Computer and projector or Smart Board to show video clip and Powerpoint presentation
materials for parfait which can include yogurt or pudding, cookie (whole and crushed), candies, granola, fruit, fruit roll ups- use your imagination so the kids can use theirs! :)
Clear plastic cups
blank envelope labels
pens
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