The Law of Superposition
by Jacqueline Kimzey
The lesson introduces how the earth layers and the fossil record shows a relative time scale. The math concept of a function will be explored. Students will use cause and effect changes of Earth systems in the fossil record.
Lesson Grade Level
8th GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/160p-JqO2YTqnCx9dh2eleDwBh2YTaykP/edit?u…
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