3/5/20161 GEOLOGICAL FEATURES
3/5/20162 Students will recognize various geological features Mesas Plateaus Mountains Rivers and Streams Oceans Deserts Islands
3/5/20163 Student Activities Describe a variety of geological features Read topographic maps to identify geological features Build a model of a geological feature (landform model)
3/5/20164 Identify processes that form geological features Identify effects of erosion Describe the effects of earthquakes on geological features Describe the relationship between active volcanoes and related geological features
3/5/20165 Final Project Students will build a model of a geological landform at home This model can be in the form of a diorama, sculpture, relief map etc. Students may use clay, papier mache or other materials Be creative and have fun! Students will bring their landform models to class to display
3/5/20166 Real Life The earth is in a constant state of change Geological landforms are affected by erosion, earthquakes, and other forces of nature It is important to recognize these changes in the earth’s geological features
3/5/20167 In Summary Students will be able to identify various geological landforms Interpret topographic maps Identify effects of erosion Describe the effects of earthquakes and volcanoes on geological features Build a model of a geological feature (landform model)