Make a volcano erupt in your own classroom! Young scientists use household and craft materials to model and simulate the eruption of a volcano.

Concepts

volcanoes, volcanic eruptions

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Print off the sheet and assign the activity as a project for groups to complete outside of class
• Have different groups research and make different types of volcanoes such as cinder cone, composite, or shield volcanoes
• Challenge groups to model a specific volcanic eruption such as Mount Vesuvius, Mount St. Helens, Mount Etna, etc.

Classroom Considerations

• Ensure class members have access to the materials required to make a successful volcano if assigning out of class
• Assumes pupils understand the forces and concept of a volcanic eruption
• Best used in a geography lesson on volcanoes
• Younger learners will need adult supervision and assistance

Pros

• Promotes hands-on learning
• Comes with a checklist for project procedures
• A fun and engaging project

Cons

• None