Plate Tectonics - Graham Cracker Lab
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Grade Levels
5th - 8th
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- Zip
Pages
34 pages
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What educators are saying
This was a great hands-on activity to reinforce plate tectonics, plus a snack for the students! This only took about 15-20 minutes, though, so best used in conjunction with another activity.
This was such a fun resource to use in class that allowed the students to see exactly what happens when plates move. The especially loved being able to eat it after.
Description
Step-by-step visual PPT, student lab worksheet, exit ticket, as well as video clips and visuals! Your students will have tons of fun while learning!!
I love having my kids do hands-on activities in class but I am always make sure that these activities are structured. This lab is no different; it's a great way to make sure your students are the one's learning while similarly making sure you don't go crazy! Perfect balance of teacher structure and student learning!
Students will use shaving cream and graham crackers to simulate the three types of plate boundaries (transform, divergent, and convergent).
Included:
-Step-by-Step PowerPoint for both you and your students (Total of 7 steps, pictures of student expectations is included!).
-Question/Answer Slides after steps to check for student understanding. Total of 10 questions and answers.
-Images showing what natural disasters/geographical landforms occur at each boundary.
Check out my Lab Activity Bundle to combine 6 of my top selling labs and save 45%!! This is a great deal that you and your students will enjoy!
Other resources you will enjoy:
The Ultimate Science Bundle
Plate Tectonics Unit Bundle
Continental Drift w/Activity
Major Tectonic Plates
The Ring of Fire Activity
Types of Plate Boundaries
Volcanoes
Earthquakes
The awesome clip art found in this product can be found here!
Teacher's Clipart
I love having my kids do hands-on activities in class but I am always make sure that these activities are structured. This lab is no different; it's a great way to make sure your students are the one's learning while similarly making sure you don't go crazy! Perfect balance of teacher structure and student learning!
Students will use shaving cream and graham crackers to simulate the three types of plate boundaries (transform, divergent, and convergent).
Included:
-Step-by-Step PowerPoint for both you and your students (Total of 7 steps, pictures of student expectations is included!).
-Question/Answer Slides after steps to check for student understanding. Total of 10 questions and answers.
-Images showing what natural disasters/geographical landforms occur at each boundary.
Check out my Lab Activity Bundle to combine 6 of my top selling labs and save 45%!! This is a great deal that you and your students will enjoy!
Other resources you will enjoy:
The Ultimate Science Bundle
Plate Tectonics Unit Bundle
Continental Drift w/Activity
Major Tectonic Plates
The Ring of Fire Activity
Types of Plate Boundaries
Volcanoes
Earthquakes
The awesome clip art found in this product can be found here!
Teacher's Clipart
Total Pages
34 pages
Answer Key
Included
Teaching Duration
45 minutes
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