Introduction
WEATHERING: A WEBQUEST FOR 5TH & 6TH GRADERS!
BEWARE: "Step on a crack or you'll break your mothers back"
TRUE or FALSE
Scared to find out? There is so many cracks it is hard to avoid, but why?
It is because of... WEATHERING.
Are you wondering "What is weathering?" Well, weathering is the physical breakdown or dissolving of rocks on Earth's surface. For example,
Rocks break down because of many factors. It could be water, plant & animal life and the atmosphere.
It is all science, so the next time you see a crack do not fear! But wait, there is more my fellow adventurers...
Go ahead to the Task section to find out.
Task
So you're interested in weathering? Great!
In this Webquest you will hopefully learn the following:
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What weathering is.
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Different causes for weathering.
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Where to look for evidence of weathering.
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Try and find 2 differences in the before and after pictures!
Sounds pretty cool, right?
Well before you hurry and click to the Process tab (because you're so excited to get to learning about Weathering), I have a fun little fact for you!
That rain we all have played in outside is actually mildly acidic, so over time it attributes to the weathering of rocks. But do not worry! It is still safe for us to be in the rain; so splash outside as much as you want.
Now go forward young geologist!
Process
Ever wondered how these magnificent rocks were formed?
Do you think that maybe your art teacher went out there to sculpt it?
Well if you didn’t know, this is what a rock looks like after years of weathering.
What is weathering? Weathering is the process where rock is dissolved, worn away or broken down into smaller and smaller pieces
This being cause by the elements, Rain, air, ice, temperature, animals, etc.
National Geographic Society. (2012, October 09). Weathering. Retrieved March 23, 2018, from https://www.nationalgeographic.org/encyclopedia/weathering/
20 Most Famous and Amazing Rock Formations in the World. (2016, May 05). Retrieved March 23, 2018, from https://wanderwisdom.com/travel-destinations/Incredible-Rock-Formations
Difference Between Chemical and Physical Weathering. (n.d.). Retrieved March 23, 2018, from https://sciencing.com/difference-between-chemical-physical-weathering-5827944.html
Evaluation
| Criteria | 25% | 50% | 75% | 100% |
| Grammar & Spelling |
Many errors in both areas and lack of effort is apparent.
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The student shows effort and has complete sentences, however there are still many errors. |
The student has complete sentences and uses vocabulary well, but still has a couple errors. | The grammar and spelling is well done and use of vocabulary is exceptional. |
| Work Sheet |
Student only answered a couple questions. |
Student only answered half of the questions or didn't answer more than half correctly. | Student answered almost all the questions correctly. | Student answers all the questions correctly and thorough. |
| Knowledge of Subject | The student didn't navigate through the videos or show any much interest in the assignment. | The student wasn't thorough and and left out some information. | Student showed that they learned most of what was taught, however they lacked a little information. | The student excelled in learning as much as possible through paying attention to the details of the assignment. |
| Group Assessment | Very little effort was put into helping out with the assignment. | Participated some with partner, but relied on the other member to get assignment done. | Student helped with assignment and did well, however the project could of been better. | The student worked excellent with partner and turned in an excellent assignment. |
Conclusion
Now let’s BREAKthis down!! *get it*
All you future Geologists now have been given the stepping stone knowledge about WEATHERING. Of course the journey does not stop here, so go out and explore the life of all different types of weathering.
It’s a “Hard Rock Life” for us!!