Step 2 - Science 3 - The Earth - Geology

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Step 2 - Science 3 - The Earth - Geology

$21.00
  • Develops literacy, vocabulary!
  • Introduces and explores Geology and our world!
  • Fun, hands-on activities!
  • Develops critical thinking skills!
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The first course in the second semester of Science for Step 2 students ages 7-8, and for students of any age who are developing literacy. 10 weeks of study including a test and teacher's answer guide.

What is a planet? How do planets come to be, according to science? What is Earth made of, and why is it unique? How does Earth support the trillions of living things on it?

The student learns about tectonics and tectonic plates, types of rock, volcanoes, islands, continents, earthquakes, ice ages, pollution, and the ways our planet is put together. A fun and challenging introduction to the planet we call "home".  18 lesson, about 10 weeks of study. Also develops literacy and study skills.

Subjects covered in this course include:

  • What is a planet?
  • What is Earth made of?
  • The size of Earth compared to other planets
  • Continents
  • How Earth was made (straight science, contained in one lesson for those who object and wish to skip it.)
  • Rocks
  • Tectonic Plates and their movements
  • Ice Ages (Contained in one lesson for those who object and wish to skip it.)
  • Weathering and erosion
  • Mid-Ocean rifts
  • Volcanoes
  • Islands
  • Earthquakes and Faults
  • Life, people and land
  • Deserts
  • Forests and Jungles
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