Field Journal: Rocks
(Complete Item Description)
- Abstract:
This online activity is part of the museum's Online Field Journal Web site, where young children can explore the wonders of nature with the help of an adult. The challenge here is to take a closer look at three rocks: Gowganda Tillite, Loraine Quartzite, and Gowganda Glacial Conglomerate. On the opening page, there are side-by-side photos of the three rocks; students are asked to describe each rock. Clicking a rock's photo takes students to a magnified view of the rock that also asks students two additional questions. When students click on the magnified rock photo, they get a fun fact. The site also includes links to a Tips for Adult Helpers page and to a printable Rocks Field Journal page that has instructions for using it on a "rock hunt."
- Subject:
- Science and Technology
- Grade Level:
- Primary
- Collection:
- American Museum of Natural History