Students will recognize various geological features:
Students will recognize various geological features Mesas
Plateaus
Mountains
Rivers and Streams
Oceans
Deserts
Islands
Student Activities:
Student Activities
Describe a variety of geological features
Read topographic maps to identify geological features
Build a model of a geological feature (landform model)
Identify processes that form geological features:
Identify processes that form geological features Identify effects of erosion
Describe the effects of earthquakes on geological features
Describe the relationship between active volcanoes and related geological features
Final Project:
Final Project Students will build a model of a geological landform at home
This model can be in the form of a diorama, sculpture, relief map etc.
Students may use clay, papier mache or other materials
Be creative and have fun!
Students will bring their landform models to class to display
Real Life:
Real Life The earth is in a constant state of change
Geological landforms are affected by erosion, earthquakes, and other forces of nature
It is important to recognize these changes in the earth’s geological features
In Summary:
In Summary Students will be able to identify various geological landforms
Interpret topographic maps
Identify effects of erosion
Describe the effects of earthquakes and volcanoes on geological features
Build a model of a geological feature (landform model)