Grade level: 3rd

Subject(s): Science:

Strand 6: Earth and Space Science

Concept 1: Properties of Earth Materials- Identify the basic properties of earth materials

PO. 1 Identify the layers of the earth

  • crust

  • mantle

  • core (inner and outer)


Essential Question: What is our world made of?

Brief Overview of Project: This project will allow students to identify the 3 layers of the earth. They will also learn to identify the basic composition of each layer. The students will use interactive websites, graphic organizers, and Wikispaces to learn, organize, and present their research findings.