KPTP Lesson Plan Two Topic Selected Earth Science Weathering and Erosion Curriculum Standard Addressed MS-ESS2-1

1 Develop a model to describe the cycling of Earths materials and the flow of energy that drives this process. MS-ESS2-2 Construct an explanation based on evidence for how geoscience processes have changed Earths surface at varying time and spatial scales. SL.8.5 Include multimedia components and visual displays in presentations to clarify claims and findings and emphasize salient points.

Lesson Objectives - Students will identify the sediments in sandstone and shale. - Students will learn to make inferences based on evidence about the source of sedimentary rock particles and the environment of deposition. Connection to Student Background Knowledge Prior knowledge of sedimentary rocks from previous grades. Built and gained knowledge of the terms weathering and erosion. Assessment for lesson objectives Informal assessment through observation and student participation. Model(s) of instruction used Students will discuss the comparison of sandstone and shale. Examine sandstone and shale rock pieces to help deduce by the texture, color, and appearance what shale is made up of and in what environment does it form. Students will then apply knowledge gained through creating their own shape rock layer; mimicking the natural process by which it is made. Level of Understanding (e.g. Blooms Taxonomy) Knowledge, Analysis, Evaluation, Synthesis, Application Differentiated Instruction Focus students will, if needed, will partner up to carry out the activity.

Reading Strategy Students will partner read through an article over sedimentary rocks. Each partner will read a section of the article then write down key points to share with their partner. Technology Use LCD projector, computer. Community Resources Ordered powdered clay from Houghton, Mifflin, and Harcourt. Received the article from a high

school science teacher. Materials LCD projector, omputer, student lab notebooks, clay, water, plastic cups, plaster of paris, plastic spoons, 23 copies of the article, notebook paper, pencil.