Glencoe Science Level RedUnit 3:
Earth’s Changing SurfaceRock name and sampleProject Type: Model
Research a rock sample for use in a classroom mock debate using a variety of
the rock's characteristics. Characteristics can include: use in construction,
weathering, leisure and entertainment value, beauty and art, currency, energy
production and use, tools and weapons manufacturing, and food and drink. Task: Debate
Your teacher will provide a rock sample for you to use. For each debate you
will be divided into two groups; Advantage (pro) and Disadvantage (con).
- Each group will be allowed five minutes to discuss the pro categories or
con categories of the rock
- Each group will be allowed three minutes to argue the opposing opinion of
the rock
- Five minutes at the end of the presentation are for questions form the class
Time:
1 week to research, 2-3 days to prepare for the debate and enough class time
to present all the types of rocks
Resources:
The following web sites will help you research information on many types of
rock. Rocks for kids:
http://www.rocksforkids.com/RFK/TableofContents.html
Rock Identification Key
http://www.rockhounds.com/rockshop/rockkey/#granite Encyclopedia
Type in the name of the rock
http://www.encyclopedia.com The Mineral and Gemstone Kingdome
http://www.minerals.net/
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