The Grade 7s have begun their term 2 Science unit on the Earth's Crust. In the first chapter, we are learning about how old rocks can be recycled into new rocks. We recently conducted an investigation to see if we could properly identify minerals. We have learned that minerals can be identified by their colour, lustre, hardness, cleavage, crystal structure, and their reaction to certain chemicals. As students learn more about rocks and minerals, have them investigate materials in their homes to discover as many kinds of rocks and minerals as possible and
note how these rocks and minerals are used in everyday applications. Here's a link they can use to help them with their at home investigations. Here's also a cool site full of beautiful photos of minerals for those of us who would like to check it out! |
To be successful on their expedition, the list must include:
• equipment to help you breathe at the top of the mountain where the air is thinner
• ways to protect yourself from the cold, wet, and wind
• food and water, as well as ways to cook the food
• ways to transport yourself and any equipment you may have
• equipment for communication
Here's one of the group's iMovie showing what they learned. As you can tell, they not only learned a lot, but had a lot of fun doing it as well!
Learning Intentions: I can generate and introduce new or refined ideas when problem solving. I can co-operatively design projects. I can communicate ideas, explanations, and processes in a variety of ways.