1.1 Tell what you know about rocks.

1.2 Explain what happened to the rocks when they were put into the water.

1.3 Discuss the different ways that Peter arranged his rocks.

1.4 List the ways that rocks can be sorted.

1.5 Describe the rock you brought from home and where you found it.

2.1 Tell me why we need different sized screens to sort the rocks.

2.2 Tell me what supplies you think we need to set up a screening center.

2.3 After you have shaken your vial of sand and water, predict what the vial contents will look like the next day.

2.4 What do you predict will happen when clay is added to water in the vial?

3.1 Gently rub a piece of fine sand paper over your skin and describe in detail how it feels. 

3.2 Described a sand sculpture you have made at the beach, or would like to make some time.

3.3 We're going to make a bead today. Draw or describe your design.

3.4 A rock is important because . . .

4.1 Explain what dirt is.

4.2 Tell me what you see in your soil sample.