1. Rock & Mineral Project
Now you are a geologist! You have been on a trip and have collected some cool rocks. You are going to research your rocks and share your information with the class.

2. DO: SWBAT Identify and research 3 different kinds of Rocks DQ: Can you identify and describe rocks?
Agenda:
With a partner, choose 1 igneous, 1 sedimentary, 1 metamorphic, 1 any choice
Assign each person the rock(s) that they are responsible for identifying and researching.
Research the information LISTED on the next slide for each rock. Geology.com is a good place to start.
Type your information on a word doc. in your own words! No cutting and pasting!

3. Information to research
What type of rock is it? What sub-group does it belong to?
Igneous- intrusive or extrusive?
Metamorphic- foliated or non-foliated?
Sedimentary- clastic, chemical, or organic?
Describe in detail how the rock was formed.
Where is the rock found? How common is it?
What is it used for?
What are 3 additional interesting facts can you find about your rock?
Include your citation in MLA format.
This info will be your yellow/factual statements in your paragraph
This info is your support/explanation.

4. Research Paragraph DO NOT SHARE THIS YET.
Each student writes a paragraph about their rock using this information on a google doc. Include a picture of your rock from the internet.
Paragraph should include:
Introduction sentence
Facts about each question/topic.
Examples, explanations, and details for each fact.
Conclusion sentence
Writing conventions to consider:
Sentence fluency and format
Spelling and grammar
Good word choice that adds interest and enthusiasm
DO NOT SHARE THIS YET.

5. DO THIS FOR ALL 4 ROCKS – DON’T FORGET A CONCLUSION.
Paragraph should include: Introduction sentence Facts about each question/topic. Examples, explanations, and details for each fact. Conclusion sentence
Example format:
My partner and I researched 4 different types of rocks – [ insert types/data about each]. First, [name of igneous rock] was formed by….. And can be found _____. This rock is used for_________________ and [insert 3 other interesting facts about your rock]
DO THIS FOR ALL 4 ROCKS – DON’T FORGET A CONCLUSION.