Week of 11/16/2009 through 11/20/2009
Monday, 11/16/2009 Mineral Identification
Mineral Identification Lab
Graded Assignment: Mineral Identification Lab
Homework: Review all notes on Chapter 3: Minerals and Chapter 3
Vocabulary. Write down any questions you still have. Bring questions
to class on Tuesday.
Tuesday, 11/17/2009 Mineral Identification
Mineral Identification Lab
Graded Assignment: Mineral Identification Lab
Homework: Review all notes on Chapter 3: Minerals and Chapter 3
Vocabulary. Prepare for the Chapter 3 Quiz
Wednesday, 11/18/2009 Chapter 3: Minerals Quiz
Thursday, 11/19/2009 Introduction to Rocks
After viewing the Rock powerpoint and completing guided notes,
students will use magnifying glasses and a learning log to record
observations and questions related to different rock samples.
Graded Assignment: Chapter 4 Vocabulary
Homework: Complete Chapter 4 Vocabulary from textbook
Friday, 11/20/2009 The Rock Cycle
Students will engage in activities designed to increase their understanding
of the three types of rocks and the processes by which each are formed.
Graded Assignment: Rock Cycle Diagram
Homework: Complete Rock Cycle Diagram if not completed in class.