Sedimentary Rock Activities Lesson Plan Template

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SEDIMENTARY ROCK ACTIVITIES
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Title: Sedimentary Rock Activities
Time: 1 class period
KERA Goals: 2.3
Objective:
Students will understand that most sedimentary rocks such as coal are formed under the
water and in swamps, lakes, seas, and oceans.
Activity:
Sedimentary rocks are composed of different layers. These layers can be pebbles, sand,
silt, or fossil fragments. Your students will understand the characteristics of sedimentary
layers.
Materials:
glass jars with lids
water
rocks
pebbles
sand
soil
This activity can be done individually, in small groups or as a demonstration by the teacher
for the class.
1.
Have students collect rocks, pebbles, sand, and soil at school or home.
2.
Fill a jar about one-third full with the rocks, pebbles, sand, and soil. Add water and
shake jar carefully.
3.
Have students write a paragraph/statement on what they predict will happen and why.
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