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Contributor: Victoria Surface. Lesson ID: 10471
Nature rocks! Have fun exploring types and characteristics of rocks as well as how rocks are formed. Watch interesting videos; collect some rocks; complete fun activities and "delicious" projects!
Big rocks. Small rocks. Smooth rocks. Rough rocks. Colorful rocks. Pet rocks. Painted rocks. Climbing rocks.
So many reasons nature rocks!
In this lesson, you will explore the types and characteristics of rocks and how rocks are formed. Watch interesting videos, collect some cool rocks, and complete fun activities and delicious projects while discovering why nature rocks!
Rocks can be fascinating and can be found almost anywhere. They come in all shapes, sizes, and colors.
Become a geologist as you explore the wonderful world of rocks!
As you watch the videos below, take notes and draw pictures on the Nature Rocks – Rock Chart, located in the Downloadable Resources in the right-hand sidebar.
The chart is separated into Igneous, Sedimentary, and Metamorphic columns. These are the three main types of rocks.
Be sure to pause the videos when you want to draw or write something. Feel free to use crayons or colored pencils.
Great work completing your chart!
Head over to the Got It? section for some fun activities!
Supplies for the Rockin’ Reporter Activity
Supplies for the Igneous Rock Recipe
Supplies for the Sedimentary Rock Recipe
Supplies for the Metamorphic Rock Recipe
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