Observe: Look closely at the photo of a rock formation above. What do you notice about it? What stands out to you?
NGSS: Practice: Constructing Explanations
Clane Gessel
STANDARDS
Explain This!
Think: What do you already know that might help explain the appearance of the rocks?
Explain: Why do you think the rocks look the way they do? Use words or sketches to describe your ideas.
Discuss: Compare explanations with your classmates. How are your ideas similar and different? What new ideas did you get?
Wonder: What questions do you still have? Record them on a separate piece of paper. You can research them later!
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