1. DO NOW: Fill in the gaps What is a volcano?
A volcano opening in the Earth’s crust known as a Magma from inside the is forced out and erupts as lava, ash, gas, and When these materials are forced through the vent it causes an is an
eruption
earth
dust
vent

2. What is a volcano?
A volcano is an opening in the Earth’s crust known as a vent. Magma from inside the earth is forced out and erupts as lava, ash, gas, and dust. When these materials are forced through the vent it causes an eruption.

3. Searching for answers Keywords:
Obsidian: a smooth, glassy rock formed when volcanic larva cools rapidly (quickly)
Legend: an old story that is believed to be true but cannot be proven
Apache: A member of a group of native Americans in the south west
Copy the keywords and their meaning
Lesson Objective: To be able to summarise key ideas

4. Reading for meaning Individual task: Quiz challenge
Whole class reading and discussion pages 16-19
Individual task: Quiz challenge
From the chapter you have just read write ten (10) True or false statements on the cards.
You will use these to quiz your partner

5. Plenary: speaking and listening
Keywords:
Obsidian: a smooth, glassy rock formed when volcanic larva cools rapidly (quickly)
Legend: an old story that is believed to be true but cannot be proven
Apache: A member of a group of native Americans in the south west
Create sentences using the keywords You must speak in full sentences