What's in the dirt near the Santa Catalinas?
by Jocelyn Smerz
Students will investigate the geological features of the Santa Catalinas. Specifically the phenomenon of Catalina Gneiss. Students will research the formation of the Tucson basin and Santa Catalinas. Using dirt samples from the area students will determine the percentage of magnetite in the soil. As an alternative option students can locate other minerals in the soil for example garnet.
Lesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ywokunlyevV32qfd4LEHw6gmdnGkOjmaffFe3uA…Related Content
Grades:
5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade
Unleash creativity with drones and coding! Explore the exciting world of block coding and its application in drone technology.
Grades:
4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade
Students will be challenged to complete an obstacle course with a Sphero/RVR/Edison through coding. Students will be given a task list to complete. Students will be timed. Math vocabulary will be