Rocks for Kids

This resource collection includes information about rocks and minerals. Included are glossaries, photos/images, links to other rock/mineral websites, and other information to develop understandings of rocks/minerals and the processes by which they are formed. A table of contents is included to guide navigation.

Resource ID#: 1487 Type: Image/Photograph

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Direct Link: http://www.rocksforkids.com

General Information

Subject(s): Science

Grade Level(s): 1, 2, 4

Intended Audience: Educators , Parents

Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, LCD Projector

Keywords: rocks, minerals, environment, earth, resource, natural resource

Instructional Component Type(s): Image/Photograph, Text Resource, Resource Collection

Resource Collection: General Collection

Aligned Standards

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Aligned Access Points

This vetted resource aligns to concepts or skills in these access points.

SC.4.E.6.In.1

Recognize that rocks are classified by the way they are formed, such as sedimentary.

SC.4.E.6.In.2

Identify physical properties (hardness, streak color, and luster) of common minerals, such as rock salt, talc, gold, and silver.

SC.4.E.6.Su.2

Sort common minerals, such as rock salt, talc, gold, and silver, by their physical properties (luster and color).

SC.4.E.6.Pa.2

Recognize common minerals, such as rock salt, talc, gold, and silver.

SC.4.E.6.In.4

Identify that wind and water cause physical weathering and erosion of rocks.

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