Rock Cycle: modelling activity

Item description

This resource consists of an engaging, hands-on activity that simulates the various processes involved in the rock cycle, including weathering and erosion. Suited to students in years 7 – 9, it fits neatly into an average science lesson, saves teachers prep time and can be carried out easily using basic equipment in a school laboratory.

The Rock Cycle: modelling activity consists of two printable, black-and-white Student Worksheets with a series of questions that students are required to answer as they perform the task (these include a fun Word Find they can complete if they finish up early).

The Rock Cycle: modelling activity covers the following:

• the rock cycle

• how the process of weathering breaks down rock into sediment

• erosion: transporting sediment from one area to another

• melting of rock to form lava or magma

• cooling and hardening of lava or magma to form igneous rock

Skills:

• following written instructions

• using simple laboratory equipment, such as a mortar & pestle

• constructing a boat-like structure from aluminium foil

• safely using a Bunsen burner

Along with printable worksheets, The Rock Cycle: modelling activity includes a digital (PowerPoint) version at no extra cost, giving teachers a choice as to which they prefer to use – taking into account the different learning styles of their students. There is also a detailed Answer Key (no need to research or fact-check here; it’s all been done for you).

I hope you and your students find this product useful and that you enjoy using it as much as I enjoyed creating it!

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