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Title: Exploring Earth Materials

Summary: In this lesson, students will learn what the Earth is made of, as well as why it is important for our survival. Students will use hands on materials and technology to demonstrate an understanding of Natural Resources and the inter-dependence of these resources to human survival. Students will work in collaborative groups to draw connections and build on their understanding of soil and rock materials. Students will use thinking maps, science journals, and technology to classify and organize different types of soil and rocks. 

Grade Level and Subject: 3rd grade Science

Curriculum Framing Questions:

· Essential: How do you build the world? · Unit: How do Earth Materials affect my life? · Content:  What are the different components of soil? How can I describe the properties of soil? How do rocks differ? Where do rocks come from? What is soil? How do Natural Resources help humans?