We are the Hawks!
Fourth Grade EPA Distance Learning
Lessons and Resources
Did You Know:
In mythological terms Hawks are seen as messengers from the spirit world. Whether they bring tidings of good or bad omens, the message borne on their wings is important and should be listened to carefully.
Collectively, Hawks are associated with: attention, brilliance, clarity, courage, energy, focus, healing, intensity, intuition, leadership, observation, optimism, power, prophecy, protection, spiritual awareness, strength, unification, vision, and wisdom.
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May 11- May 15
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CKLA: Unit 5 Geology
Lesson 6: Students will identify rocks as solids made of minerals, describe the formation, characteristics of three types, explain how the rock cycle causes long-term changes. [RI.4.2, RI.4.3, RI.4.4]
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The Reader for this unit, The Changing Earth, includes complex text and prepares students in Grade 4 for the increased vocabulary and syntax demands aligned texts will present in later grades. The Changing Earth focuses on the composition of the earth and the forces that change Earth’s surface. Students will learn about the theory of plate tectonics and how it explains the presence of volcanoes, mountains, underwater trenches, ridges, and other geological features. Students will also study geological processes like rock formation, weathering, and erosion in order to understand how the earth changes over time and why it looks the way it does.
There are some bold text words in the glossary that are not addressed in the reading lessons. These words are still important for students to reference as they read this Reader. These words have an asterisk (*) next to them in the glossary.
The Big
Question
How can changes in rocks over time be explained by the rock cycle?
Chapter 6 Earth’s Building Blocks
Directions: Please read Chapter 6 pages 52-61.
Be sure to examine all text features like titles, visuals, captions, headings, subheadings, sidebars, bold text words, tables, diagrams with a keen eye. Answer the questions 1-10 in your journal or on a Google document.
Preview Core Vocabulary:
mineral, n. a solid, nonliving substance found in the earth that makes up rocks (minerals) (53) texture, n. the size, shape, and sorting of mineral grains in rocks (53)
solidify, v. to make or become hard or solid (solidifies) (54)
obsidian, n. a dark rock or natural glass formed from lava that cooled very quickly (54)
granite, n. a common igneous rock that forms from magma that cooled within Earth’s crust (54)
durable, adj. able to last a long time in good condition (55)
compact, v. to closely pack or press together (compacts, compacting) (56)
dissolved, adj. mixed with liquid so no solid pieces are visible anymore (56)
Question Slides: There will be a series of 10 questions for you to answer. Please write your answers in a journal or on Google Docs. Please title your page and number your answers. Be sure to cite the text evidence for each response. Page 52
1. Literal Question: Where can rocks be found in nature, and how can rocks be used by people?
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Watch this video below to learn about the Amazing purposes of rock! Where does our rock come from?
Questions Slide: Page 53-54
2. Literal Question: What are rocks?
3. Evaluative Question: Why would rocks with larger mineral grains have a rougher texture? What kind of texture does a rock have that is made up of tiny mineral grains?
4. Literal Question: What are the 3 classes of rock that geologists organize rocks into?
Listen to the song below 3 Kinds of Rocks Song | Science Music Video for Kids
Question Slides: Pages 55 and 56
5. Inferential Question: Based on what you read and learned about obsidian rock, what class of rock do you think obsidian falls into, and why was this specific kind of rock a prized material for tool makers in prehistoric cultures? Activity 1: Be a Rock Detective! Take time to go outside and find rocks. Based on the chart provided, on the right, try to classify the rocks you have found noting the different characteristics in each rock. Create a 3 column T-Chart. This video may help you classify your rocks. Click below. Be a Rock Detective! 6. Literal Question: You have learned that sedimentary rock is a layered rock. How is this class of rock formed? State some examples of sedimentary rock. This is a great article if you want to read more on this incredible rock. Obsidian: Igneous Rock - Pictures, Uses, Properties
Question Slide: page 57- 58 7. Literal Question: What does the image on page 57 signify? Check this out! Click on the link. Badlands National Park, South Dakota
8. Inferential Question: Metamorphic rock is formed by sedimentary, igneous, pressure and extreme heat over time, what can you infer about when the first metamorphic rock appeared on earth? Compare your answer to sedimentary and igneous and when they appeared. Watch this interesting video. Introduction to Metamorphic Rock
9. Inferential Question: What role do tectonics plates play metamorphic rock formation?
Question Slide: page 59- 61
10.Literal Question: What is the rock cycle?
Activity 2: Rock Cycle Diagram
On a piece of paper draw out the rock cycle to better understand how it works. Watch these two videos to help you with Activity . Three Main Rock Types
Bill Nye the Science Guy S03E04 Rocks & Soil
THE ROCK CYCLE SONG | Science Music Video
Well Done Students!
Well Done Students!
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