Exploring Earth’s Treasures: Year 3 Geology

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Course Overview: Embark on a captivating geological journey as we dive into the wonders of rocks, minerals, and the Earth’s ever-changing surface. Through interactive lessons and exciting projects, students will discover the hidden stories beneath our feet.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Rock Families
o Introduction to three main rock types: igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic. o Explore how each rock type forms and its unique characteristics.

Lesson 2: Rock Hunt Adventure
o Participate in a virtual rock hunt to identify rocks in various environments. o Learn about the rock cycle and how rocks change over time.

Lesson 3: Marvelous Minerals
o Discover the vibrant world of minerals and their dazzling colors. o Identify common minerals and learn about their special properties.

Lesson 4: Crystal Creations
o Explore the formation of crystals and their unique structures. o Conduct simple crystal-growing experiments at home.

Lesson 5: Fossil Detectives
o Dive into the world of fossils and their importance in Earth's history. o Learn how fossils provide clues about ancient life.

Lesson 6: Layers of Time
o Understand how layers of sedimentary rocks reveal Earth's history. o Explore the concept of superposition and how it helps scientists learn about the past.

Lesson 7: Amazing Caves
o Explore the mysteries of caves and their incredible formations. o Discover how stalactites and stalagmites are created.

Lesson 8: Mountain Marvels
o Learn about different types of mountains and how they're formed. o Study famous mountain ranges and their significance.

Lesson 9: Mighty Volcanoes
o Uncover the secrets of volcanoes and their eruptions. o Explore volcanic features such as craters and lava flows.

Lesson 10: Shaping Our World
o Understand the role of water in shaping landscapes. o Study erosion, rivers, and the formation of valleys.

Lesson 11: Local Geology Adventure
o Investigate the geology of your local area and discover its unique features. o Create a project highlighting the geological treasures nearby.

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Course Content

Lesson 1: Rock Families o Introduction to three main rock types: igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic. o Explore how each rock type forms and its unique characteristics.

Lesson 2: Rock Hunt Adventure o Participate in a virtual rock hunt to identify rocks in various environments. o Learn about the rock cycle and how rocks change over time.

Lesson 3: Marvelous Minerals o Discover the vibrant world of minerals and their dazzling colors. o Identify common minerals and learn about their special properties.

Lesson 4: Crystal Creations o Explore the formation of crystals and their unique structures. o Conduct simple crystal-growing experiments at home.

Lesson 5: Fossil Detectives o Dive into the world of fossils and their importance in Earth's history. o Learn how fossils provide clues about ancient life.

Lesson 6: Layers of Time o Understand how layers of sedimentary rocks reveal Earth's history. o Explore the concept of superposition and how it helps scientists learn about the past.

Lesson 7: Amazing Caves o Explore the mysteries of caves and their incredible formations. o Discover how stalactites and stalagmites are created.

Lesson 8: Mountain Marvels o Learn about different types of mountains and how they're formed. o Study famous mountain ranges and their significance.

Lesson 9: Mighty Volcanoes o Uncover the secrets of volcanoes and their eruptions. o Explore volcanic features such as craters and lava flows.

Lesson 10: Shaping Our World o Understand the role of water in shaping landscapes. o Study erosion, rivers, and the formation of valleys.

Lesson 11: Local Geology Adventure o Investigate the geology of your local area and discover its unique features. o Create a project highlighting the geological treasures nearby.