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Fast & Slow Earth Changes

CONCEPTUAL
Science›Volcanoes & Earthquakes|Ages 5—7|ID: mt_adpdEaKEBC

Understand that Earth's surface changes: some changes are quick (eruptions, earthquakes) and some are slow (wind, water wearing away rock)

Mastery Evidence

  • Give an example of a quick change to Earth's surface like a volcanic eruption
  • Give an example of a slow change to Earth's surface like erosion by wind or water
  • Compare quick and slow changes and explain the difference

Assessment Prompt

“If you point out a cliff being worn away by waves, can [child] explain that this happens slowly, while a volcanic eruption or earthquake changes the land quickly?”

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  • What Is an Earthquake soft

    Quick/slow changes concept benefits from earthquake as example of quick change

  • What Is a Volcano soft

    Quick/slow changes concept benefits from volcano as example of quick change

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