Teach students about the Earth's spheres: lithosphere (geosphere), atmosphere, hydrosphere and biospheres. Learn about the interactions between the spheres and how organisms interact with each other. The best part of this resource is that you can plan, print and use it in minutes.
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This engaging resource includes:
- the spheres of Earth: lithosphere (also known as the geosphere), atmosphere, hydrosphere and biosphere
- the lithosphere's purpose, location and properties. This includes brief activities about erosion and tectonic plates
- the layers of the atmosphere, some of the objects found in the different layers
- salt and fresh water in the hydrosphere
- the water cycle (this is a simplified version meant as review)
- biome, levels of organization in the biosphere
- interactions between spheres
- interactions between humans (organisms) and the spheres.
- six detailed lesson planz with suggestions on how to modify the activities for your students.
- options to extend student learning.
- details for materials needed for each activity.
- vocabulary list with pronunciations and definitions.
- student pages in a variety of formats including a digital version.
- suggested answers and answer keys.
- assessment tools for students and teachers.
- "I can" statements in student-friendly language and format for students to self-assess their learning.
- optional teacher slides to help deliver content.
- a digital version of all the student pages that use Google Slides. You must download the PDF file and use the access link in the file to get your digital copy.
- an alignment guide for Alberta Outcomes listed by each activity in the lesson plan.
These lessons align with:
- Alberta Science Curriculum © 2022 Grade 4 (new outcomes)
These lessons support:
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Ninja Note: This resource is designed to be used with or without technology. To access the digital version, download the PDF and use the link in that file.
