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Earthquakes: Causes and effects
This is a lesson plan designed to stimulate student interest in the forces of nature. The lessons culminate in a hands-on learning experience about earthquakes.
Format: lesson plan (grade 6 Science)
By Tom Weakland.
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.

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John Muir Study Guide
This is an extensive resource for the study of sciences. Complete with lesson plans and resources for grades Kindergarten through Twelfth Grade. (Learn more)
Format: website/lesson plan
Provided by: Sierra Club
The USGS and Science Education
The whole Earth portal from the United States Geological Survey with links to satellite images, diagrams, text, teaching guides, an electronic field trip, and more. (Learn more)
Format: website/lesson plan
Provided by: U.S. Geological Survey