GEOLOGICAL FEATURES 1192022 1 Students will recognize various

GEOLOGICAL FEATURES 1/19/2022 1

Students will recognize various geological features Mesas Plateaus Mountains Rivers and Streams Oceans Deserts Islands 1/19/2022 2

Student Activities n n n 1/19/2022 Describe a variety of geological features Read topographic maps to identify geological features Build a model of a geological feature (landform model) 3

Identify processes that form geological features n n n 1/19/2022 Identify effects of erosion Describe the effects of earthquakes on geological features Describe the relationship between active volcanoes and related geological features 4

Final Project n n n 1/19/2022 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 5

Real Life n n n 1/19/2022 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 6

In Summary n n n 1/19/2022 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) 7