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Rock Cycle Roundabout Lesson PlanRock Cycle Roundabout Lesson Plan
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California Academy of Science
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Rock Cycle Roundabout

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This Rock Cycle Roundabout lesson plan also includes:
  • Lesson plan
  • Game board (English)
  • Game cards and record sheet (English)
  • Game board (Spanish)
  • Game cards and record sheet (Spanish)
  • Game board (Chinese)
  • Game cards and record sheet (Chinese)
  • Vocabulary
  • Worksheet
  • Game
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After a basic introduction to the rock cycle and the three main types of rocks, young geologists can deepen their understanding of how rocks change through a fun learning game. Based on the characteristics and events shared by a reader, other learners must guess what type of change a rock will undergo. After completing the game, the rock cycle is recreated on paper, then the class discusses some thought-provoking questions about the geologic timescale and why certain types of rocks are found where they are. The game board and cards are available in English, Spanish, and Chinese. 

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Resource Details

Grade
4th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
45 mins
Instructional Strategies
Simulation
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Language
English, Spanish, Other

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