Geology
WebQuest
Desiree Fernandez
CTE 3.42
Rock Menu
• Teachers
• Introduction
• Types of Rocks
• Student Roles
• Task and Process
• Answer Form
• Resource List
• Quizzes
• Rock Candy Activity
• Rock Zone
• Evaluation
• Conclusion
Overview
• Grade/Subject: 2nd grade Science
• Geology Experiment - A study of three
main kinds of rocks:
– IGNEOUS
– SEDIMENTARY
– METAMORPHIC
Content Standards
Earth’s Composition and Structure
E2C Students understand that Earth materials include rocks, soils,
and water.
E5C Students understand that the features on the Earth’s surface are
constantly changed by a combination of slow and rapid processes
Essential Concepts, Skills, and Experiences
3.1 Investigate and describe how the Earth is composed of different
kinds of materials.
3.2 Compare, test, measure, record, and describe observable
properties of rocks and minerals.
3.3 Describe how the Earth is composed of different landforms.
Introduction
• Factoid: The whole Earth is surrounded by a crust of
rock measuring from 15 to 40 miles (24 to 64 km) thick.
What kinds of rocks are these?...
Igneous
• Igneous or “firemade” rocks come from molten
rock, called magma, that lies underneath the
Earth’s crust.
• Magma that reaches the Earth’s surface is called
lava.
• Parts of Oregon, Washington, and Idaho were
formed by immense flows of lava.
• Two most common igneous rocks: Granite and
Basalt.
Sedimentary
• Sedimentary rocks on the Earth’s surface are continually
being broken up into small grains through…
Weather
Running Water
Wind
Glaciers
Gravity
• When sediment is piled, the weight of the upper layers
press down with tremendous force.
• Limestone and Conglomerate are sedimentary rocks.
Metamorphic
• Metamorphic rocks form as masses of magma
push upward into the Earth’s crust.
• Sedimentary or Igneous rocks nearby are
heated and put under pressure.
• Heat and pressure may change these rocks to
metamorphic or “changed-form” rock.
Example: Limestone is changed to marble.
Shale is changed to slate.
The Types of Rocks
Have you ever wondered how
different rocks are formed?
In your journey, you will become a young
Geologist through this WebQuest adventure.
You will learn how different rocks are formed
and understand the process of Igneous,
Sedimentary, and Metamorphic rocks! You
will also know names of each type of rock!
Student Roles
(If working with a partner, take 2 roles each)
• Gatherer – Responsible for gathering all materials
needed for the activity and returning them.
• Recorder – Records observations made by group and
data collected.
• Time/Task Keeper – Responsible for keeping all
students on task and assures experience will be
completed in a timely manner.
• Presenter – Presents the groups findings and
conclusion. Responsible for Retelling Task.
Task and Process
Task 1: Work with a partner or small group, and use
the Internet to explore how the three main
rocks are formed.
Task 2: Use the Resource List to gather facts from
different websites.
Task 3: Use the form to record the facts.
Task 4: Assess your knowledge by taking the quizzes.
Task 5: Complete Rock-Candy Activity
Task 6: Retelling task – Present your findings.
Question/Answer Form
Directions: They are the building blocks of our planet, but we
rarely think about the rocks and minerals that we see every
day. Start your Web hunt for the facts! Print this page to
write your answers, or use a separate sheet of paper.
Name:___________________________________
1) The Earth is made of _____________________.
2) The three basic types of rocks that exist on the Earth
are_______________________ ,______________________ ,
and____________________________.
3) Limestone contains _____________________________,
which comes from ________________________.
4) The hardest stone in the world is _________________.
5) A geode is a __________________________________ .
6) Gems are a rare subgroup of _____________________.
7) Igneous rock forms when __________________________
_________________________________________________ .
8) Marble is a __________________ rock.
9) One type of Sedimentary rock is __________________.
10) Two most common Igneous rocks are _______________,
and ___________________.
Resource List
Visit these websites for
amazing information
about rocks! These
websites will give you
the facts you need.
Rock Cycle
How rocks are formed
Igneous Rock
Rock Formation
Sedimentary Rock
Earth's Floor
Metamorphic Rock
Rocks for Kids
Quizzes
Rock Quiz
ROCK ON…
Explore and answer questions:
Web Hunt
Digging For Rocks
1) Grab a cup of dirt.
2) Use your tool to search for rocks.
3) Gather all your pieces…and ENJOY!
(Be careful not to break a tooth!)
ROCK CANDY
Rock Zone
Layers Puzzle
Digging for Words
Name that Rock
Who am I? Rock game
Evaluation
You will be evaluated on cooperation and completion of
each task.
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Did you use the websites to gather facts about rocks?
Did you answer the questions and complete the form?
Did you complete the Rock-Candy Activity?
Is your presentation understandable?
Conclusion
Whoa! What a “rocky road”!! Did you enjoy
being a Geologist and learning about rocks?...
And you did it all through technology. Now that
you have completed your tasks, you may enter
the Rock Zone!...Oh yeah, and enjoy your
“Rock-Candy”!