Earth Science

Earth Science
Instructor:
Mr. Bougher
Min. Age: 8 years old

Class Description: (Ellicott City, MD) The Earth Science Unit focuses on the Earth’s continuous process of change. Science Common Core Standards for Earth Science are addressed in this unit. By the end of the term students will know: Earth changes as shaped through slow and rapid processes. Students learn that rapid processes, such as volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, landslides, tsunamis, and severe wind, quickly change land forms. Through a series of hands-on investigations students will experience the effects of weathering and erosion. Students will learn how to identify rocks and minerals via their properties.

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