EARTH SCIENCE: Minerals

Minerals

• NOTES
  • Minerals Anticipation Guide
  • Mineral Identification chart
  • Powerpoint presentations:
    • Mineral Characteristics
    • Mineral Identification
• ASSIGNMENTS
  • Is it a Mineral? WS
  • The Crystal Dress: Writing Activity
  • Ground Rules Video WS
  • Treasures in the Earth WS
  • Mineral Flash Cards Research and Comparison Activity
  • Emergency Mine Rescue Video WS
• LAB ACTIVITIES
  • Crystal Growing Lab
  • Mining For Useful Minerals Lab
  • Ecological Footprint WS
• STUDY GUIDE
  • Minerals

WEBSITES TO VISIT FOR THIS UNIT:

• The Conversionator: Turning recycling facts into fun!
• Ecological Footprint Calculator: Determine your impact on Earth's resources