Click the boxes below to find out how the rock cycle works. The important point is that the book will result in lots of questions from your child and build a sense of wonder about why things are the way they are in the world. I, the igneous rock, is found on the surface in areas current. The rock cycle story project i would like to say that i am very proud of my students. The rock cycle is a basic concept in geology that describes transitions through geologic time among the three main rock types. It gives a clear description on each type of rock, along with pictures to show what each looks like. A short story about a rock going through the changes of the rock cycle. Are very fine grained magma cools very quickly when it erupts onto the earths surface and the crystals in the rock dont have much time to grow.
Posted by becca on jan 31, 2014 in fun stuff 32 comments. You will write a narrative story about what life is like in the rock cycle. Extrusive igneous rocks is the product of a erupting volcano and then solidify. In this activity you will create a story about you, a metamorphic rock. A beautiful rock formation in alabama hills, lone pine, california. The story of the rock cycle by alektra arce on prezi. The rock cycle igneous rock deep in the earths crust there are places where the rock has melted into magma which is a mixture of crystals and liquid rock. Metamorphic rock can change into igneous or sedimentary rock. Rhyolite diorite gabbro granite quit click to go back to. Rocks exposed to the atmosphere are variable unstable and subject to the processes of weathering and erosion. The aim of the cycle is to describe the relationship between the three basic rock types. What processes are needed for sediment to become sedimentary rock. It makes new rock, destroys old rock, and recycles the ingredients of the earths crust over and over again. Not only did my students write a childrens book while learning about theme, perspective, the 5 elements of stories and the writing process.
Sedimentary rock can change into metamorphic rock or into igneous rock. Story about the life of a rock going through the cycle large poster diagraming the rock cycle imovie video book creator app on ipad sonic pics ipad storyboard on ipad you are not limited to these ideas, but are encouraged to ask mr. Games 6041967 projectorbook moonlite starter kit, multicolour. The book is factually accurate and great for learning about the rock cycle. Basalt obsidian rocks formed as magma cooling under the earths surface. The rock cycle ks3 this webresource, which is aimed at uk science students, shows how surface and deep earth processes produce the rocks we stand on, and use to build our homes.
You have the option of writing a diary, creating a comic strip, or making a childrens book. Add to library 18 discussion 6 browse more animemanga fanfiction romance the journey of a tired soul. Geologists have recognized three different types of rocks that constantly change from one form to another through a number of different processes. When the lava cools and hardens on the earths surface, it is called volcanic igneous rock. Rock cycle for kids what is the rock cycle dk find out.
Igneous rock forms when magma cools and makes crystals. In striving to enrich the lives of all readers, teachingbooks supports the first amendment and celebrates the right to read. Use the completed rock cycle information sheet and the diagram of the rock cycle as references and write out in your own words a description of the process for how one rock type changes to another. The story about the rock cycle science works bailey, jacqui, lilly, matthew on. This process breaks the original rock down into smaller. You are followinga rocks journey over the millennia as it morphs from on kind of rock to the next. As the title suggests, the rock factory explores the rock cycle and the creation and journey of one specific rock. Overview of the rock cycle video click on image above to view introductory video click here to return to overview of rock cycle quit 11.
What processes are needed for igneous rock to become sediment. Picture courtesy ed freeman getty images matt rosenberg is an awardwinning geographer and the author of the handy geography answer book and the geography bee complete preparation handbook. Kid friendly fun pics where you can also learn about each step by clicking on that part. This rock cycle accordion booklet is a fun hands on activity for students to use in their interactive notebooks. For example, an igneous rock such as basalt may break down and dissolve when exposed to the atmosphere, or melt as it is subducted under a continent. The rock exposed to high temperatures and pressures can be changed physically or chemically to form a different rock, called metamorphic. Im just stumped on what i should make my story about. The rock cycle is a very fun process to learn about. The rock cycle, interactive diagram, touch this picture.
The series of processes in which a rock forms, changes from one type to another, is destroyed, and forms again by geological processes. Plate tectonic theory is outlined in narrative form in the story for teachers given in the. The students will plan and write a story told from the perspective of a rock going through the rock cycle. After investigating the rock cycle, students will then be able to illustrate the rock cycle, along with writing the story of rocky to show their understanding. Each rock type is altered when it is forced out of its equilibrium conditions.
That means i am formed near the earths surface by the buildup of pieces of preexisting rocks or by other natural. It talks about the different cycles rocks go through. I made it through that tough adjustment and now i am solid and healthy again. The rock cycle demonstrated with jelly beans the videos offered great visuals and to test our understanding we practiced by creating our own rock cycle together on the white board with printed and laminated clip art images. Washtenaw international high school middle academy 36 views. You must complete the prewrite outline and include all rubric material. Alternative view 1 of moonlite gift pack storybook projector for smartphones with. Moonlite gift pack storybook projector for smartphones with 5. You will be provided with a prewritten introduction and conclusion. More heat and pressure melting,cooling, and crystallization more weathering and erosion thank you for your time. This is a rock cycle writing project that students love. Investigating the rock cycle through writing and illustrating.
The rock cycle was briefly talked about then students were given task sheet and image on slide 10 of ppt to use in order to construct a comic strip of the life of robbie the rock the students really got into this and produced some very funny cartons all showed really good comprehension of cycle at the end with hardly any teacher input. For a minute itjust stayed there wandering what justhappened. During our rock and geode collecting field trips, wed wondered how rocks were formed, and so we began to learn more about the rock cycle through several kid. One day a big glob of lava got away it kept goingand going then it stopped. The original rockcycle concept is credited to the scottish physician james hutton 17261797, who is regarded as a founder of modern, longage geology. Use the rock cycle chart to answer the following questions. Natural science year 1 with images rock cycle, rock cycle. Students may research different facts about each stage of the rock cycle and write what they find on the provided blank lines. The rock cycle national science teachers association.
Heres some of my favorite childrens books about rocks. What processes are needed for metamorphic rock to become. Lets look at a diagram of the rock cycle together and talk about the different steps. To cycle through the images, turn the story reel to the left. The rock cycle is the long, slow journey of rocks down from earths surface and then back up again. Each type of rock in the rock cycle is discussed volcanic, sedimentary, and metamorphic. In this writing and illustrating activity, students will be able to follow a simple rock cycle to follow the life of rocky the rock. I mentioned on twitter a few weeks ago that my son had written a story for his sixth grade science class. A story about the rock cycle describes how a rock is made and the different changes that it goes through. You must be each type of rock sedimentary, igneous, metamorphic you must witness a geologic event pangea, dinosaurs, etc.
Heres a great site for kids to learn about the rock cycle. See articles on hutton, on the man who found time and siccar point. The first time we saw an image of the rock cycle it confused us with all the all the arrows going all over. Terrific site that tells the story of a rocks journey through the rock cycle the rock cycle. While projecting the storybook images, the moonlite app displays story text and plays charming sound effects, creating an immersive and magical story time. The assignment was to write a narrative and do character sketches to illustrate the rock cycle. Rock story you are going to create a rock story, where you will tell the story of a rock going through all the changes of the rock cycle. With some lengthening and editing and more of his sisters witty rock pictures this could easily be published as a childrens picture book. Buy moonlite gift pack storybook projector for smartphones with 5 stories. This book discusses the importance of rocks to both people and nature and how the rock cycle can be compared to other natural cycles. It also provides activities and games for the students to partake in to help enhance their knowledge on rocks. After a fun introduction to rocks and minerals all together, ryan 8 and i went a little deeper into the study while the girls played and did other projects. Rock boy is born and starts his crazy adventure a romeo and juliet. Rocks are composed primarily of minerals and can be an amalgam of different.
A story we had to write in class about the rock cycle, i made it steins. This book can be used for a 2nd grade science lesson in which students examine different rocks that they brought and categorize them as metamorphic, sedimentary, or igneous. You can write a story, a childrens book with illustrations, a cartoon strip or a poem. The rock factory, explores the rock cycle and the creation and journey of one specific rock. This can be explained by understanding the rock cycle. This last change has taken me full force through the process of the rock cycle. The rock cycle earth science ostopowich, melanie on. Sometimes the magma erupts out of the earth through a volcano and then it is called lava. The book starts off explaining where rocks got started and explains different facts. The type of rock that forms depends on the magma it came from, but generally extrusive igneous rocks. Make sure they understand that the rock cycle continually repeats over many, many years.
What processes are needed for sedimentary rock to become metamorphic. The continuous cycle of rocks within the interior of the earth and on the earths surface is known as the rock cycle. If you want to join me on an amazing journey under the earth click on the cycle below. Igneous rock can change into sedimentary rock or into metamorphic rock. Statement of purpose focus statement of purpose focus step in. During the rock cycle, rocks form deep in the earth, move and sometimes change, go up to the surface, and eventually return below the ground. The rock cycle is a continuous process that occurs over millions of years. By paper handout or overhead projection, show students the rock cycle diagram in the rock cycle handoutoverhead. This is one way we often adapt lessons to fit their different ages. Im peter, and i want to tell you all about the rock cycle. Are you teaching the rock cycle and in need of an authentic assessment that integrates writing. Im now an extrusive igneous rock and am exposed at the earths. The author uses colorful pictures and creative text in describing the rock cycle, differences between rocks and minerals, and other related topics. It can be a biography there was once a little sedimentary rock n.
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