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Learners model the processes that formed some of Earth's largest mountain ranges: the Himalayas, the Andes, and the Alps. Using layers of clay to represent continental plates, learners push the clay together to see model mountains form. When learners set up a free account at Kinetic City, they can answer bonus questions at the end of the activity as a quick assessment. As a larger assessment, learners can complete the Smart Attack game after they've completed several activities.
- Under 5 minutes
- 10 to 30 minutes
- 1 cent - $1 per student
- Ages 8 - 11
- Activity, Demonstration
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- Modeling clay, three colors
- Wax paper
- Plastic knife
- Paper
- Drawing materials (colored pencils, crayons, markers)
Subjects
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Earth and Space Science
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Earth Processes
- Volcanoes and Plate Tectonics
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Earth's History
- Geologic Time
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Earth Processes
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- see color
- read
- use mouse
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
Components that are part of this resource:
Includes assesments for student learning:
This resource is part of:
Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
- American Association for the Advancement of Science
Rights:
- All rights reserved, American Association for the Advancement of Science, 2009
Funding Source:
- National Science Foundation