Name: _________________ Date: ____________

Amazing Rock
Formations
Every day we see rocks and minerals that
look quite ordinary. We don’t pay much
attention to them. They are part of our
world that we take for granted. But there
are also some amazing rock formations.
No matter how many times we see them,
we notice them!

Questions:

1. Look at the pictures of the rock formations. In a small group, decide which
you would most like to visit. Explain what makes this rock formation
interesting. (Write answer on next page.)
2. Do you think these rock formations occurred naturally or were they created
by people? Explain.

3. For each of the pictures at the start of this page, fill in the chart following
question 4. You will need to state the name of the rock formation, the
location where it can be found, what makes it special and you can add any
other information you may know about the specific rock formation.

4. With your group, think about any amazing rock formations you have seen in
your community or while on holidays. Continue the chart with these rock
formations

Name Location What Makes it Special? Other Information