Pnyx Hill: The Crumbling Foundation of Democracy (Part 2)

Students will use information related to weather patterns and the climate of Greece to explore weathering and erosion as potential contributing factors to the change in appearance of Pnyx Hill over time. They will then consider how similar factors could impact stone structures at the U.S. Capitol in this integrated lesson plan.
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Subject(s): Mathematics, Social Studies, Science
Grade Level(s): 6
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, Internet Connection, Assistive Technology
Instructional Time: 45 Minute(s)
Keywords: weathering, erosion, democracy, model, congress, democratic, Greece, Greek, Pnyx, archaeology, ancient ruins
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Video/Audio/Animation,  Data Set
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Structured Inquiry (Level 2)
Resource Collection: STEM Lesson plans - Grades 6-12

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