Edible Plate Tectonics

Using the 5E lesson plan template, students will explore the theory of plate tectonic movement by creating models with food to demonstrate the movement of the plates in plate tectonics.
Resource ID#: 129080 Type: Lesson Plan
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Direct Link: http://science4inquiry.com/LessonPlans/EarthScience/PlateTectonics/EdiblePlateTectonicsFinal.pdf

General Information

Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 6, 7, 8
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Computer for Presenter, LCD Projector, Overhead Projector
Instructional Time: 2 Hour(s) 10 Minute(s)
Keywords: Plate Tectonics, Convergent boundary, divergent boundary, transform boundary, landforms
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Assessment,  Presentation/Slideshow,  Formative Assessment,  Student Center Activity
Instructional Design Framework(s): Learning Cycle (e.g., 5E), Cooperative Learning
Resource Collection: Osceola - Science 4 Inquiry (MSP)

Source and Access Information

Contributed by: Kimberly Miller
Name of Author/Source: Kimberly Miller
District/Organization of Contributor(s): Osceola
Access Privileges: Public

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