Introduction
Do you like to explore?
Do you love finding new things?
And even more, do you love learning about these new things?
Then I have an idea for YOU!
I WANT YOU
TO START A METEORITE COLLECTION!
Starting a Meteorite Collection is adventurous, teaches you new things, and most of all... FUN!
There are all sorts of meteorites out there in the world... and there are COUNTLESS ways to obtain them!
If you are ready to find out how...
Task
I was lucky enough to find my own first meteorite, on a rock hounding expedition back in the early 1990's. Since then I have traveled the world hunting for more, but continue to buy, sell, and trade as well. For the dedicated space rock enthusiast there is nothing more exciting than finding a real meteorite. But meteorite hunting is hard work, requires time, dedication, stamina, research, and good equipment. So your task is to find as many different types, styles, shapes, cuts, fragments and etc. Also chart them where you have found them around the world. Collect as much information you can about each meteorite you find and LETS BEGIN!!!
Process
Intro:
- There are many ways to start a meteorite collection, you can purchase some meteorites, search around the world, or even trade amongst your friends.
- The first step is to decide which meteorites you like the most, there are many different types, shapes and sizes.
Here are some examples:
As you can see there are tons of different types of meteorites!
Getting Started:
- The fastest way to start your authentic meteorite collection is to save up some allowance money and buy your own! With your parents permission and assistance check out the link below to get started on your collection.
- Another way is to travel to a location with your parent or guardian and begin the search!
- The link below has some helpful tips on the best ways to find a meteorite and claim it for yourself.
https://www.wikihow.com/Find-a-Meteorite
There are meteorites all around the world:
- This map will give you an idea on where the best place is to begin your search.
- The map will also show you where most of the impacts occur in the United States (West and Southwest)
Remember to have your parents help you with starting your collection.
Good luck on your journey to having an awesome meteorite collection!
Evaluation
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How many meteorites were you able to find? |
2 meteorites = 3 pts |
4 meteorites = 5 pts |
6 meteorites = 7 pts |
8 meteorites = 9 pts |
10 meteorites = 11 pts |
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How was the information you collected about the meteorites you found? |
Excellent!
10 pts |
Good!
5 pts |
Fair
2 pts |
Poor
1 pt |
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Did you chart them where you found them? |
Yes! 10 pts |
No 0 pts |
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Total points =
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Your outcome will be based on the point system above! You will total up all your points and put them on the sign on the wall! The top 5 students with the most points will earn a trip to the treasure box!
Conclusion
Now that you have more information on starting a meteorite collection, you can get started!!
Make sure you do your research to find ALL the meteorites that you need to complete your collection!!
Meteorites aren't going to be easy to find and if you are able to go out and explore to find them make sure to look at the map where they are located!
Stay focused and determined, have fun with this and GO FIND SOME METEORITES!
*Don't forget to always get your parents permission!*
Credits
Introduction - Flor Cevallos
Tasks - Robert Engler
Process - Ruben Izaguirre
Evaluation - Ashlee Brown & Ruben Izaguirre
Conclusion - Ashlee Brown