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Evaluate forces: Earthquakes

In CareerStart lessons: Grade six, page 3.3

This lesson for grade six will help students to gain an understanding of geological processes including plate tectonics, faulting, and earthquakes. Students will explore careers related to earthquake analysis, measurement, and disaster management.

Format: lesson plan (grade 6 Science)

By April Galloway and Christine Scott.

Uses of rocks and minerals

In CareerStart lessons: Grade six, page 3.4

In this lesson plan for grade 6, students will gain an understanding of the economic importance of rocks and minerals by exploring their applications in various careers.

Format: lesson plan (grade 6 Science)

By April Galloway and Christine Scott.

Resources on the web

NASA's Quest Project

NasaQuest includes chat and webcast sessions to put students in touch with the current efforts in space science. NASA Quest is an excellent site for teachers and media specialists working to integrate information and technology skills into their curriculum.... (Learn more)

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Provided by: NASA