Electives

1 Credit
Available to Grades 6-8

From geothermal energy deep within its core to the rocks and minerals that lie on its surface, the earth is the focus of this engaging science course. Students will enjoy digging into interactive lessons that examine the changing face of the planet. Lessons include the study of geochemical cycles, earthquakes and volcanoes, the earth's resources, the effects of weather, atmospheric cycles, and the earth's place in the solar system.

Topics Discussed:

• The Dynamic Structure of Earth
• Features and Forces of Earth
• Rocks and Minerals
• Shaping Earth's Crust
• Earth's Water
• Earth's Atmosphere
• Weather and Climate
• Astronomy