Journey Through the Rock Cycle

Completed by 3 learners

Ages 8-13

Live Group Class

Explore the rock cycle

Ms. Dawn Huffman, Florida Certified Teacher M.S.Ed

Average rating:

4.9

Number of reviews:

(464 reviews)

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Live video meetings

1x per week, 2 weeks

3-8 learners per class

60 min

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What’s included

2 live meetings

2 in-class hours

Class Experience

Rocks come in different textures, shapes, and forms.   As we journey through the rock cycle, students will learn the secrets about rocks and how they continuously change from an igneous rock to a sedimentary and to a metamorphic rock. 

Meeting 1:  We will learn about weathering, erosion and deposition and the role it plays in the rock cycle.   Students will view a presentation that includes guided notes and complete a rock cycle graphic organizer.   I will introduce an activity that will be completed before the next meeting. 
 
Activity to be completed before Meeting 2 - Journey Through the Rock Cycle:  Comic Strip- Students will create a comic strip detailing a rocks adventure as it  journey's through the rock cycle changing forms

Meeting 2 will review the rock cycle and students will conduct a sugar cube lab that will demonstrate weathering processes and the journey rocks take as they change forms. 

This course is a wonderful introduction to the rock cycle and the processes that occur as rocks change forms.  You don't want your student to miss this course!

Other Details

Supply List

Lab Materials:
Sugar cubes (2)
Hand lens (phones usually have a magnifying app available)
Ice
Petri dish (or some type of similar dish) 
Candle 
Aluminum foil 
Clothespin 
Plate 
Scissors

External Resources

Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Ms. Dawn Huffman, Florida Certified Teacher M.S.Ed

Joined November, 2017

4.9

464reviews

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Teacher expertise and credentials

Florida Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education

“If a child can't learn the way we teach, maybe we should teach the way they learn.”
– Ignacio Estrada

I am a certified educator and an experienced math and science instructional coach with a passion for inspiring young minds. My teaching career began in 2007 as a 5th-grade teacher in Illinois, and I now have the privilege of teaching comprehensive middle school science in Florida, coaching fellow educators in math and science instruction, and reaching learners worldwide through Outschool.

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and a Master of Science in Education (M.S.Ed.) with an emphasis in Reading. Additionally, I have endorsements in science, social science, and gifted education, allowing me to support and challenge students at all levels. My teaching experience spans a wide range of learners, from struggling readers to advanced students, and includes summer school, tutoring, and instructional interventions in reading, math, and science. My gifted education expertise has also enabled me to lead enriched learning experiences through programs such as Florida Future Problem Solvers, Robotics, NASCAR Education, and the Illinois Math and Science Academy.

I believe that every student has a natural curiosity for science, and my goal is to nurture that curiosity by making learning engaging, accessible, and meaningful. I am excited to guide your learner on their journey to discovering the wonders of science!