Description:
Earthworks! Have you ever wondered how the Earth works? How rocks are formed? Where volcanoes are and why they erupt? In this virtual session we research our planet, build a volcano, examine fossils and so much more! Classes are aligned with MI Science Standards.
Earthworks Class Descriptions
Our Planet Earth: We begin this session discussing what makes the Earth special the many resources found on it and how we can conserve them!
Rock On!: Students become a Geologist for the day as we learn about the rock cycle, perform tests on a few rocks, and discover what a mineral is!
Fascinating Fossils: We go back in time to learn about what happened to the remains of plants and animals as we discover what fossils are and how they are made. Student will identify some real fossils and make a fossil cast!
Crystal Science: Why are crystal so mysterious and beautiful? Students discover the answer to this question by creating beautiful and colorful salt crystal trees and Borax crystals on a shell.
Volcano Fun: Join us as we learn all about volcanos from the inside out. Then you will get to build a volcano model. Volcanoes are cool and it’s even cooler to watch them erupt, WATCH OUT!
Availability:
Overall Spots Available: 10
Online Spots: 10
In Person Spots: 10
Resident Spots: 10
Non-Resident Spots: 10
Activity Dates, Days, Times:
Start Date: Thu, 02/25/2021
End Date: Thu, 03/25/2021
Days/Times: Thu 04:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Number Of Sessions:
5
Class will not meet on: