Rock Classification
Try to classify a dozen different rock samples based on their appearance. Common characteristics of each major rock type are described. Rocks also can be classified by where they formed.
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Try to classify a dozen different rock samples based on their appearance. Common characteristics of each major rock type are described. Rocks also can be classified by where they formed.
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Google Doc of Student Exploration Sheet
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3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade Science
Rock Classification 3
I modified the Student Exploration Sheet for my inclusion students so the directions are clearer and the ... (more)worksheet is visually less cluttered.
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8th Grade Science
Rock Classification 2
I modified the student hand out to include magma types that produce igneous rocks. I also added a little ... (more)more the the sedimentary rocks.
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Earth/Space Science
User Recommendations (5):
Positive comparisons rock types, clear examples for key concepts
Recommended for: Earth/Space ScienceGizmo User from Illinois
This would be a good gizmo to use to show the different classifications of rocks and sorting
Recommended for: 3rd Grade ScienceGizmo User from Georgia
Perferct modification for SPED or low resources
Recommended for: Earth/Space ScienceGizmo User from New Jersey
This is a one day GIZMO! Explore the different types of rocks beforehand by summarizing formation and location.
Recommended for: Earth/Space ScienceGizmo User from Florida