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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Hurricane Matthew Causes Weathering and Erosion

For Students 3rd - 5th
View videos and photos from the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew and see how the earth's landforms changed as a result of the heavy winds and rain. Weathering and erosion made a new landform and dramatically changed the coastline....
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Showing the Difference Between Erosion and Weathering

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
In the lesson, the young scholars will be learning about weathering and erosion. They will see examples of weathering and erosion and the difference between the two. They will be performing experiments that show weathering and erosion....
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Scholastic

Scholastic: Study Jams! Science: Weathering & Erosion

For Students 3rd - 5th
A video and a short multiple-choice quiz on the topic of weathering and erosion, what they are, and how they alter the Earth's surface.
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Scholastic

Scholastic: Dirtmeister's Science Reporters: Erosion

For Students 3rd - 5th
Dirtmeister describes erosion, how it works, different causes, and types of weathering. Included are questions to help get you thinking about erosion in your area.
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Utah Education Network

Uen: Trb 4:3 Investigation 4 Erosion

For Teachers 4th
Activities help students understand erosion.
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Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Investigating the Rate of Weathering on Various Rock Types.

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this Earth Science field investigation, students will make observations of the rock above and below the Minneopa State Park waterfalls. Students will then make observations of gravestones at Minneopa Cemetery. Through these...
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Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Investigation Erosion in Our World

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
In this lab activity, students will look for evidence of erosion in river or streams. This activity should take place after students have observed erosion in a model.
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TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Erosion in Rivers

For Teachers 2nd - 8th
Students learn about water erosion through an experimental process in which small-scale buildings are placed along a simulated riverbank to experience a range of flooding conditions. They make model buildings either with a 3D printer or...
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Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Investigating Erosion

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this investigation, students will use sand to build a mountain and then use a straw and watering can to simulate wind erosion and water erosion. Students will make observations and then propose ways to slow the erosion and/or speed...
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Fourth Grade Science: Earth Science: Weathering

For Students 4th - 5th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Looks at mechanical and chemical weathering, agents of weathering, and gives examples of each type of weathering.
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Texas Education Agency

Texas Gateway: Weathering and Decomposition

For Students 2nd - 6th
Learn about weathering and decomposition in this tutorial that includes interactive activities, videos, and more.
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Sophia Learning

Sophia: Weathering and Erosion

For Students 6th - 8th
A quick overview of the processes of weathering and erosion which shape Earth's surface.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Landforms From Erosion and Deposition Study Guide

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Summarizes the key points about the six types of erosion and deposition that create Earth's landforms. Includes a few questions to check for understanding.
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US Geological Survey

Usgs: Erosion of a Sea Stack Over 100 Years

For Students Pre-K - 1st
This series of photos dramatically illustrates the process of mechanical weathering known as rock abrasion. Taken over a 100 year span, you can see the effects of rock abrasion on Jump-off Joe, a sea stack at Nye Beach in Oregon. The...
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Water Erosion

For Students 9th - 10th
In this video from Nature, learn about the erosive action of water on the Hawaiian landscape and human efforts to limit it.
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US Department of Agriculture

U.s. Department of Agriculture: Soil Erosion Experiments

For Students K - 1st
Experiment explores how soil erosion occurs.
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Science Struck

Science Struck: Real Life Examples of Weathering

For Students 9th - 10th
Explains what weathering is and gives lots of examples of mechanical, chemical, and biological weathering.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Mechanical Weathering

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes various types of mechanical weathering.
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National Geographic

National Geographic: Encyclopedia: Weathering

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Nat Geo's encyclopedia entry will identify and explain what weathering is and how it affects Earth and the life on it. Check out the vibrant photographs will illustrate the weathering processes around the globe.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Mechanical Weathering

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes various types of mechanical weathering.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Chemical Weathering

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Chemical weathering wears down rocks through chemical reactions.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Influences on Weathering

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Variables that affect the rate of weathering.
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Other

Laura Candler: Weathering, Erosion and Deposition [Pdf]

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students differentiate between weathering, erosion, and deposition in this lesson plan for students grades 4-6.
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: "Weathering" Heights

For Teachers 6th - 8th
This lesson introduces students to weathering. Students will watch videos and complete drawings and diagrams as they learn about weathering, erosion, and deposition. Students will complete a simple demonstration and relate it to how the...

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