Erosion Forms the Land: How Do Rivers Form?
by Sheila Beth Kalota
During this lesson students will explore the concept of erosion. Using a Stream Table, students will have the opportunity to discuss theroies with their classmates, observe erosion, draw a model and explain how rivers are formed. Students will also add to their models as they deepen their understaning of erosion.
Lesson Grade Level
2nd GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Nf6tRD6YiTHivrCyLirCMwcu2Vjy6bOX/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Earth and Space Science E1: Earth Systems Engineering S4: Apply Science to Engineering English Language Arts (ELA) Writing Speaking & Listening
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