Introduction
While on vacation this summer, I stumbled upon a neat looking rock. I know that rocks
are made from minerals, but I don't know what type of rock it is. It is your job
to learn about different types of rocks so you can identify the "mystery rock" for me.Back to top
Task
In groups of 2-3, you will work together with the web resources to learn about
the Rock Cycle and the different kinds of rocks. You will complete a worksheet with questions about
rocks along with a diagram of the rock cycle on the back. You will also create a large poster
with many pictures to show the rest of the class what you learned about rocks.Back to top
Process
1. First, click here to get the worksheet. (print one for each of you)
2. Browse through the web pages to find information about rocks.
3. Complete the questions on the sheet together as a group. (except for the final question)
4. On the back of the worksheet, draw and complete the diagram of the Rock Cycle with the missing terms.
5. Take the information you have gathered to create a poster to show the rest
of the class what you have learned. Don't forget to include lots of pictures.
6. Identify the type of rock that my "mystery rock" is and tell me where you think I found it. Back to top
Resources
RockHound (excellent site to start with!)
Evaluation
You will be graded as follows:
