Beruflich Dokumente
Kultur Dokumente
May 8, 2015
The University of Scranton
Prof. Pesaventos
Subject Area
Essential Question(s)
Science
How do forces of nature affect the earths
surface?
Earth and Space Science
The Earths Changing Surface
4th Grade
1 hour
In this lesson, students will learn about the different
Lesson
Materials Required
erosion.
PowerPoint, cornstarch, water, soil, graham crackers,
Academic Standards
Level One: Identify several forces that affect the earths surface
Level Two: Show the cause and effect of forces on the earths surface
Level Three: Hypothesize the effects that different forces will have on
different terrains
Level Four: Connect hands-on activities to actual surfaces found on the
earth
Vocabulary
Procedure
metamorphic rocks
Before:
To begin the lesson, teacher will ask students about
different landforms, or surfaces that make up our
planet. In a think-pair-share, partners of students will
discuss what they know about the earths surface.
Students will then share with the class what they
discussed.
During:
Adaptations or
Accommodations