The Layers of the Earth

Students will learn that the Earth is made of different layers with varying compositions and characteristics. Students will complete 4 activities in the course of this lesson. The lesson is opened with a bellringer activity paired with the four corners strategy. Students then discover the characteristics of each of Earth's layers through a hands-on lab with accompanying lab sheet. The following day, students will create a model of the Earth's layers out of play dough. The students will then be summatively assessed on their understanding using an exit slip.
Resource ID#: 75740 Type: Lesson Plan
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General Information

Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 7
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Interactive Whiteboard, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 2 Hour(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Keywords: Lithosphere, core, mantle, convection current, density
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Assessment,  Text Resource,  Instructional Technique,  Formative Assessment,  Student Center Activity,  Learning Goal
Resource Collection: FCR-STEMLearn Earth Systems

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