GeologyWebQuest

Desiree FernandezCTE 3.42

Rock MenuRock Menu• Teachers

• Introduction• Types of Rocks• Student Roles

• Task and Process• Answer Form• Resource List

• Quizzes• Rock Candy Activity

• Rock Zone• Evaluation• Conclusion

OverviewOverview

• Grade/Subject: 2nd grade Science• Geology Experiment - A study of three

main kinds of rocks:– IGNEOUS– SEDIMENTARY– METAMORPHIC

                                                  

Content StandardsContent Standards

Earth’s Composition and StructureE2C Students understand that Earth materials include rocks, soils,

and water.E5C Students understand that the features on the Earth’s surface are

constantly changed by a combination of slow and rapid processes

Essential Concepts, Skills, and Experiences3.1 Investigate and describe how the Earth is composed of different

kinds of materials.3.2 Compare, test, measure, record, and describe observable

properties of rocks and minerals.3.3 Describe how the Earth is composed of different landforms.

IntroductionIntroduction• Factoid: The whole Earth is surrounded by a crust

of rock measuring from 15 to 40 miles (24 to 64 km) thick.

What kinds of rocks are these?...

IgneousIgneous

• Igneous or “firemade” rocks come from molten rock, called magma, that lies underneath the Earth’s crust.

• Magma that reaches the Earth’s surface is called lava.

• Parts of Oregon, Washington, and Idaho were formed by immense flows of lava.

• Two most common igneous rocks: Granite and Basalt.

SedimentarySedimentary• Sedimentary rocks on the Earth’s surface are

continually being broken up into small grains through…WeatherRunning WaterWindGlaciersGravity

• When sediment is piled, the weight of the upper layers press down with tremendous force.

• Limestone and Conglomerate are sedimentary rocks.

MetamorphicMetamorphic• Metamorphic rocks form as masses of magma

push upward into the Earth’s crust.• Sedimentary or Igneous rocks nearby are

heated and put under pressure.• Heat and pressure may change these rocks to

metamorphic or “changed-form” rock.Example: Limestone is changed to marble.

Shale is changed to slate.

The Types of RocksThe Types of Rocks

Have you ever wondered how different Have you ever wondered how different rocks are formed?rocks are formed?

In your journey, you will become a young

Geologist through this WebQuest adventure.

You will learn how different rocks are formed

and understand the process of Igneous,

Sedimentary, and Metamorphic rocks! You

will also know names of each type of rock!

Student RolesStudent Roles(If working with a partner, take 2 roles each)(If working with a partner, take 2 roles each)

• Gatherer – Responsible for gathering all materials needed for the activity and returning them.

• Recorder – Records observations made by group and data collected.

• Time/Task Keeper – Responsible for keeping all students on task and assures experience will be completed in a timely manner.

• Presenter – Presents the groups findings and conclusion. Responsible for Retelling Task.

Task and ProcessTask and Process

Task 1: Work with a partner or small group, and use the Internet to explore how the three main rocks are formed.

Task 2: Use the Resource List to gather facts from

different websites.

Task 3: Use the form to record the facts.

Task 4: Assess your knowledge by taking the quizzes.

Task 5: Complete Rock-Candy Activity

Task 6: Retelling task – Present your findings.

Question/Answer FormQuestion/Answer FormDirections: They are the building blocks of our planet, but we Directions: They are the building blocks of our planet, but we

rarely think about the rocks and minerals that we see every rarely think about the rocks and minerals that we see every day. Start your Web hunt for the facts! Print this page to day. Start your Web hunt for the facts! Print this page to write your answers, or use a separate sheet of paper.write your answers, or use a separate sheet of paper.

Name:___________________________________Name:___________________________________ 1) The Earth is made of _____________________. 1) The Earth is made of _____________________.

2) The three basic types of rocks that exist on the Earth 2) The three basic types of rocks that exist on the Earth are_______________________ ,______________________ , are_______________________ ,______________________ , and____________________________. and____________________________.

3) Limestone contains _____________________________, which comes from ________________________.

4) The hardest stone in the world is _________________.

5) A geode is a __________________________________ .

6) Gems are a rare subgroup of _____________________.

7) Igneous rock forms when ___________________________________________________________________________ .

8) Marble is a __________________ rock.

9) One type of Sedimentary rock is __________________.

10) Two most common Igneous rocks are _______________, and ___________________.

Resource ListResource ListVisit these websites for amazing information about rocks! These websites will give you the facts you need.

Igneous Rock

Sedimentary Rock

Metamorphic Rock

Rock Cycle

How rocks are formed

Rock Formation

Earth's Floor

Rocks for Kids

QuizzesQuizzes

Rock Quiz

ROCK ON…Explore and answer questions:

Web Hunt

Digging For RocksDigging For Rocks

1) Grab a cup of dirt.2) Use your tool to search for rocks.3) Gather all your pieces…and ENJOY!

(Be careful not to break a tooth!)

ROCK CANDYROCK CANDY

Rock ZoneRock ZoneLayers Puzzle

Digging for Words

Name that Rock

Who am I? Rock game

EvaluationEvaluation

You will be evaluated on cooperation and completion of each task.

• Did you use the websites to gather facts about rocks?• Did you answer the questions and complete the form?• Did you complete the Rock-Candy Activity?• Is your presentation understandable?

ConclusionConclusion

Whoa! What a “rocky road”!! Did you enjoy

being a Geologist and learning about rocks?...

And you did it all through technology. Now that

you have completed your tasks, you may enter

the Rock Zone!...Oh yeah, and enjoy your

“Rock-Candy”!

YOU ROCK!YOU ROCK!