1st Day: Warm Up (IN) Warm ups are done individually and quietly in your desk. Warm up time is usually 5-7 minutes and is a time for you to get prepared.

1st Day: Warm Up (IN) Warm ups are done individually and quietly in your desk. Warm up time is usually 5-7 minutes and is a time for you to get prepared and focused for class. Get out a piece of paper and write a 5 sentence paragraph that describes one of your favorite hobbies, sports, or activities. What is it? Why do you like it? How long have you been doing it? Who got you involved? What are your goals for this hobby, sport, or activity?

1st Day: Reflection (OUT) Reflections are done individually and quietly in your desk. This time is at the end of class usually 5-10 minutes and is a time for you to summarize or think critically about what you have learned in class. Based upon what you learned in class today, write a 5 sentence paragraph that describes Mrs. Koshy’s classroom expectations.

2nd Day: Warm Up (IN) Warm ups are done individually and quietly in your desk. Warm up time is usually 5-7 minutes and is a time for you to get prepared and focused for class. Write a 5 sentence paragraph about your previous school. Where was it? What did you like about it? What was your favorite subject there? What did you dislike about it?

2 nd Day: Reflection (OUT) Reflections are done individually and quietly in your desk. This time is at the end of class usually 5-10 minutes and is a time for you to summarize or think critically about what you have learned in class. In a 5 sentence paragraph, talk about what you learned about earth science today that you did not know before.

In- 8/22/11, Warm-Up No Warm-Up Out- Reflection Write a five sentence paragraph about someone that you look up to. (Someone you know or a celebrity) Who? Why? Etc… Through- Class work Set-Up Interactive Notebook Homework- The Earth: Nature’s Storehouse reading guide questions due Friday

In- 8/23/11, Warm-Up Write a five sentence paragraph about the most beautiful place that you have ever been. What is the name of this place? Who took you there? When did you go there? Where is this place? Why is it beautiful? Out- Reflection 10 pts. What was your favorite picture we looked at today? Why did you like this picture? Describe a picture that made you angry or sad. Why did this picture make you angry or sad? -CSIQ- Complete Sentences Through- Class work Earth Science Slideshow Answer each slide in complete sentences. CSIQ: Complete Sentence Including Question Homework- The Earth: Nature’s Storehouse due Friday

In- 8/25/11 Warm-Up Write a five sentence paragraph about what you think earth science is. What do you think we will study about? What are you looking forward to learning about? What questions do you have about earth science? Out- Reflection None (Applying Science/What is Earth Science? WS) Through- Classwork Earth Science Notes -Graphic Organizer Earth System’s concept map Homework- Applying Science/What is Earth Science? WS The Earth: Nature’s Storehouse questions due Friday

In- 8/26/11, Warm-Up Write a five sentence paragraph that summarizes the problems and benefits that result from our modern technology. -Give a few examples of these problems and benefits from Monday's assignment. Out- Reflection In a five sentence paragraph, write about your first full week of school. Through- Classwork Binder check Fill in Table of Contents Calculate grade Introduce unit projects Work on project or HW Homework- None

In- 8/29/11, Warm-Up Write a five sentence paragraph about your weekend. Out- Reflection (10 pts) Answer the questions in complete sentences. 1.How did the activity today relate to the scientific method? 2. What did you learn from the activity today? Through- Classwork Dogs and Turnips Activity Homework- Notebook check Friday

In- 8/30/11, Warm-Up In a five sentence paragraph, write down anything you know about the scientific method. If you don’t know anything, make a guess. Out- Reflection None- Start on HW Through- Classwork Notes on scientifc method Homework- Notebook check Friday Scientifc Method Lab Report

In- 9/1/11 Warm-Up List the steps of the scientifc method and explain what each step means. Out- Reflection 10 pts Write about the lab you completed today. Where was it the warmest place in the room? Why do you think that was? Was your hypothesis correct? Where was the coldest place in the room? Why do you think that was? Was your hypothesis correct? Through- Classwork Fill in scoresheet for notebook check Practicing measuring skills Safety in the science classroom worksheet Scientific Method Lab Homework- Notebook check Friday

DateAssignment NamePoints Possible Your Score 8/22/11- 9/2/11 Warm ups50 8/22/11Notebook Setup25 8/23/11Earth Science slide show 25 9/2/11Total100 Interactive Notebook- Scoresheet

In- 9/2/11, Warm-Up 1.How would you measure the length of an object? What are the units we will use for length in science class? 2. How could you get the volume of an object? What are some possible units? 3. What is the formula for density? What are some possible units? Out- Reflection None- show me your calculated grade. Through- Classwork Calculate grade Finish lab from yesterday. It is due in class today. Homework- None

In- 9/6/11, Warm-Up So far in class, we have been talking about the scientific method. Come up with three questions that you have about any part of the scientific method or any vocabulary words related to the scientific method and write them down. Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork Earth Science Pre-Test Using lab measuring devices Homework- Finish Using lab measuring devices Test next Tuesday, Sept.13 Projects will be due Sept. 15

In- 9/8/11 Warm-Up Answer the following questions in complete sentences. 1.What is a hypothesis? 2. What are the two types of variables called? 3. What is the difference between those two types of variables? Out- Reflection (10 pts.) Answer the following questions in complete sentences. 1.Define what the word density means. 2. Which object today in the lab was the most dense? 3. Which was the least dense? 4. Did any of your results surprise you? Why or why not? Through- Classwork Density notes Density practice problems Density lab Homework- Test next Tuesday Sept. 13 Project due Sept. 15

In- 9/9/11, Warm-Up 1. Write down the equation used for calculating density. Solve the following problems. 1.The mass of an object is 25 grams. The volume of the same object is 148 cm3. Calculate the density. 2. The density of an object is 4.67g/cm3 and the volume of the same object is 35.5 cm3. Calculate the object’s mass. Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork Finish density lab Calculate grade Brain stretcher graphing Homework- Test on Tuesday Project due Thursday

In- 9/12/11, Warm-Up So far we have talked about what earth science is, scientific method, density, measuring. Write down at least 3 questions that you have about any of these topics. Out- Reflection None- start HW Through- Classwork Update scoresheet Check out textbooks Introducing the EarthComm textbook worksheet Go over format for Geowords and questions in notebooks Homework- Test Tomorrow Project due Thursday Read Digging Deeper P. U8-U12, Geowords P. U8-U12 Check Your Understanding P. U12 (These go in your notebook) Notebook check Thurs

DateAssignment NamePoints Possible Your Score 9/5/11- 9/15/11 Warm ups50 9/12/11P. U8 Geowords and CYU 25 9/15/11Total75 Interactive Notebook- Scoresheet

In- 9/15/11 We are going to be studying bedrock geology. Make a chart. In one column, write down anything you know about bedrock geology. In a second column, write down things you think you know but your are not sure. In the third column, write down anything you would like to find out. Out- Reflection GIST as a class. I will explain what this means in class today! Through- Classwork Rock Cycle Webquest in computer lab Rock cycle game Homework- None

In- 9/20/11, Warm-Up On Thursday, we talked about the rock cycle. Write a five sentence paragraph about the rock cycle. Use and underline at least 5 vocabulary words. If you need help, use your notes. Out- Reflection (10 pts.) Write a five sentence paragraph explaining how you would describe a rock. Use your handout to help you. Through- Classwork Sedimentary Rock PowerPoint with skeleton notes How To Describe a Rock Sedimentary rock concept map Homework- Finish Sedimentary rock concept map

In- 9/22/11 In a five sentence paragraph, name and describe the three types of sedimentary rocks. Give an example of each type or sedimentary rock as well. Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork Silent reading on Sedimentary rocks with questions Make data table for sedimentary rock lab Sedimentary Rock Lab Homework: Work on Geowords assignment

In- 9/23/11, Warm-Up Make a list or write a paragraph on everything that you know about graphing. Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork Brain stretcher graphing assignment Homework: None

In- 9/26/11, Warm-Up Answer the following questions in complete sentences. 1.What are the three types of sedimentary rocks? 2. Name and define the processes used to make a sedimentary rock. (There are 4) Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork Calculate Grade Igneous Rock Oral Reading with Section Wrap Up questions Igneous Rocks Worksheet Homework: Finish Igneous Rocks worksheet Work on Geowords assignment Notebook check Friday

In- 9/27/11, Warm-Up The end of the six week grading period is coming up on Friday. How are you doing so far the six weeks? Are you happy with your grades? What could you do differently to improve your grades if you are not happy with them? Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork Work day There are at least 5 things that you have the option to work on today and finish up. 1.Finish brain stretcher graphing 2. Finish calculating grade 3. Finish sedimentary rock lab 4. Do Review questions from yesterday 5. Work on Geowords/CYU 6. Any make up work you have 7. If you finish all that, I’ll get you HW for Thursday. Homework: None

In- 9/29/11 Warm Up Answer the following questions in complete sentences. 1.What are the two types of igneous rocks called? 2. Explain the difference between the two types of ignesous rocks. 3. Give an example of each type of igneous rock. Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork Update Scoresheet Igneous rocks notes Make data table for lab Igneous rock lab Igneous rock worksheet Homework: Notebook check on Friday Work on Geowords assignment Igneous rock concept map

DateAssignment NamePoints Possible Your Score 9/19/11- 9/30/11 Warm ups50 9/20/11Geowords/CYU50 9/22/11Sedimentary Rock Lab25 9/26/11Igneous Rock Section wrap up questions 10 9/29/11Igneous Rock Lab25 9/30/11Metamorphic rock section wrap up 10 9/15/11Total170 Interactive Notebook- Scoresheet

In- 9/30/11, Warm-Up Compare and contrast sedimentary rocks with igneous rocks. You need to write about both similarities and differences. Out- Reflection None- work on concept map Through- Classwork Metamorphic rocks oral reading with Section Wrap up questions Metamorphic rocks skeleton notes Metamorphic rocks concept map Homework: None

In- 10/3/11, Warm-Up In a five sentence paragraph, write about metamorphic rocks. Use your notes to help you if you need to. Out- Reflection None- Start HW Through- Classwork Make data table for metamorphic rock lab Metamorphic rock lab Homework: Metamorphic rock worksheet due Tuesday Rocks review due Thursday

In- 10/4/11, Warm-Up Answer the following questions about metamorphic rocks in complete sentences. 1.What are the two types of metamorphic rocks called? 2. Explain the difference between the two types of metamorphic rock. 3. Give an example of each type of metamorphic rock. Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork P. U33 Activity 4 in groups This assignment will go in your notebook Concept map p. U36 Homework: Finish concept map using p. U36 to help you.

In- 10/6/11 Warm-Up Using the Activity from Tuesday to help you, answer the following questions: 1.Why do you think that sedimentary rock units are deposited in tilted layers? 2. The igneous rock units did not show up on the map, only on the cross-section. Why is this do you think? 3. What kind of environment needed to be presnt to produce limestone, sandstone, and shale? Out- Reflection Name and describe the three types of faults in complete sentences. Through- Classwork Rock units reading and concept map Folding and Faulting notes Folding and faulting lab Homework: Test next Thursday Project due Monday, Oct. 17

In- 10/7/11, Warm-Up In a five sentence paragraph, compare and contrast the three types of faults. Out- Reflection GIST Through- Classwork Forces in Earth’s crust notes in the computer lab Homework: Test next Thursday Project due Mon. Oct. 17

In- 10/10/11, Warm-Up Answer the following questions in complete sentences: 1.What causes folds and faults to occur? 2. Explain how folds are different than faults. 3. Name and draw a picture of the two types of folds. Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork Activity 6 in textbook Sequence of events packet Homework: Study for your test on Thursday Project due next Monday

In- 10/11/11 Warm Up We are nearing the end of our bedrock geology unit. Write a five sentence paragraph about anything that you have learned about in this unit. Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork Finish Sequence of events packet Test Review Homework: Study for test on Thursday Project due on Monday

In- 10/18/10, Warm-Up Summarize your notes from last week that we took on Plate Boundaries. Underline 5 vocabulary words. Out- Reflection In a five sentence paragraph, write about the evidence that scientists have to prove that Pangaea actually existed at one time. Through- Classwork Continental Drift oral reading Section Wrap up questions 1-3 (Please put these questions in your notebook). Finish “This Dynamic Planet” map activity Interpreting Geologic Time worksheet Homework: DDRG Development of the theory of plate tectonics

In- 10/19/10, Warm-Up Answer the questions in complete sentences. 1.What is the basic question Eduard Suess was trying to answer? 2. How did Suess explain how Africa, Madagascar, and India all contained similar fossils from millions of years ago? 3. What was Alfred Wegener’s hypothesis? 4. What is paleomagnetism? Out- Reflection In a five sentence paragraph summarize what you have learned so far about plate tectonics and Pangaea. Through- Classwork Pangaea Activity Homework: Geologic Time: Earth’s Past worksheet

In- 10/20/10 and 10/21/10 Warm-Up Update Scoresheet Out- Reflection Answer the questions in complete sentences. What is a subduction zone? 2. What geologic features can form at a subduction zone? 3. What is the ring of fire? 4. What caused the ring of fire to form? Through- Classwork Finish Interpreting Geologic Time Worksheet Building the Features of Earth’s Surface with Skelton Notes Classzone Animations Subduction Zone Lab- subduction and volcanoes Homework: DDRG Dynamics of Plate Boundaries

DateAssignment NamePoints Possibl e Your Score 10/11/1 0- 10/22/1 0 Warm-Ups50 10/18/1 0 Section Wrap-Up questions 10 10/22/1 0 Reflection 10/22 10 10/22/1 0 Total70

In- 10/22/10, Warm-Up Answer the following questions in complete sentences. 1.Describe how ocean basins can change size. 2. Describe the process of subduction. 3. How was the Andes Mountain range in western South America most likely formed? Out- Reflection In a five sentence paragraph, summarize what you have learned so far about plate tectonics. Through- Classwork Subduction Zones and Island Arc/Trench Earthquakes Homework: None

In- 10/25/10, Warm-Up In a five sentence paragraph, write about your favorite day or days of the year. Why is this day your favorite? What do you do that is special on this day? Out- Reflection None-Start HW Through- Classwork Subduction Zone reading with section wrap up questions. *These need to go in your notebook. Magnetosphere PowerPoint with Cornell notes Homework- Rates of Seafloor Spreading worksheet

In- 10/26/10, Warm-Up Answer the following questions in complete sentences. -Using your notes give an example of a divergent boundary, a convergent boundary, and a transform boundary. For each example state the location and the types of geologic features are found there. Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork Mid ocean ridge and heat flow activity Homework: None

In- 10/27/10, Warm-Up Answer the questions in complete sentences. 1.What is a mid ocean ridge? 2. Give the name of a large mid ocean ridge. 3. At what type of plate boundary would you expect to find a mid ocean ridge? Out- Reflection 10pts Write a five sentence paragraph summarizing mid ocean ridge heat flow activity. What patterns do you notice? Through- Classwork Mid ocean ridge heat flow activity Due at the end of class Homework: None

In- 11/1/10, Warm-Up Answer the questions below in complete sentences. Use your mid-ocean ridge and heat flow assignment to help you if you need to. 1.What geographic feature is associated with most of the hot spots in the ocean? 2. Which mid ocean ridge is hotter in general, the east pacific rise or the mid Atlantic ridge? How do you know? Out- Reflection Write a five sentence Paragraph. Summarize the notes you took today about the Earth’s interior. Through- Classwork Interior structure of Earth PowerPoint note packet Homework: DDRG Interior Structure of Earth Study for Plate Tectonics Chapter Test Notebook check on Block day

In- 11/2/10, Warm-Up Answer in complete sentences 1.What is a convection current? 2. Which layer of the earth does convection happen? 3. What are convection currents responsible for? 4. What is density? 5. How are density and convection currents related? Out- Reflection 10pts Write a five sentence Paragraph. Explain all of the pieces of evidence that you have learned about that help to support the theory of plate tectonics. Include six specific terms and underline them. Through- Classwork Update score sheet Density of Earth materials lab DUE IN CLASS Homework: Study for Plate Tectonics Chapter Test Notebook check on Block day Extra credit review packet due Friday

DateAssignment NamePoints Possibl e Your Score 10/25/10- 11/4/10 Warm ups50 10/25/10Section Wrap-Up questions 10 11/3/10- 11/4/10 Reflection15 11/4/10Total75 Interactive Notebook- Scoresheet

In- 11/3/10 and 11/4/10 Warm-Up Write a five sentence Paragraph. Summarize what you have learned during the plate tectonics unit. Underline at least 5 key vocabulary words or concepts we have learned about. Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork Plate tectonics review posters DUE AT THE END OF CLASS Homework: Study for your test on Friday Extra credit review packet due Friday

In- 11/8/10, Warm-Up No warm up-Set up notebook for movie Through- Classwork Earth: The Biography movie Write down 20 facts from the movie in your notebook. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Etc… Homework: None

In- 11/9/10, Warm-Up In a five sentence paragraph, write down anything you know about volcanoes. If you have any questions about volcanoes or things you would like to learn, write those down too. Out- Reflection Answer the following questions in complete sentences. What is viscosity? 2. What factors determine if lava in a volcano is viscous or not? 3. Does high or low viscosity lava produce violent eruptions? Through- Classwork Physical and Chemical Properties of Molten Rock PowerPoint with skeleton notes Homework: Read Pg. G17-G21, Do Geo Words for these pages and Answer the CYU (Check Your Understanding) questions 1-6 in notebook

In- 11/10/10 and 11/12/10 Warm- Up 1.Which has a higher viscosity, water or honey? 2. Is the viscosity of lava in volcanoes in Hawaii high or low? 3. Does something with high viscosity flow fast or slow? Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork Volcano characteristics computer assignment (We will do this together as a class) Speed of a bubble lab (Due in class) Homework: None

In- 11/15/10, Warm-Up Answer the following questions in complete sentences. 1.What are the three types of volcanoes called? 2. Which type do you think has the most explosive eruptions? What about least explosive? 3. What are the factors that determine if an eruption will be explosive? 4. Which type of volcano will have the highest viscosity lava? Out- Reflection Write a five sentence paragraph summarizing the notes you took today in class. Through- Classwork Volcanic Gases PowerPoint with notes Homework: Read Pg. G40-G41 CYU questions pg. G41 1-5 Understanding and Applying questions Pg. G42 1-2 Please do these in your notebooks

In- 11/16/10, Warm-Up 1.What are the five most common gases to come out of a volcano during an eruption? 2. What gas is the most dangerous? Why? 3. What gas can cause the temperature of Earth to decrease? Explain. Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork Volcanic Hazards PowerPoint with skeleton notes in the computer lab. You will turn in your note packet for points today. Homework: Pg. G34-G35 Geowords CYU 1-4, U&A 1-3 These go in your notebook

In- 11/17/10 and 11/18/10 Warm-Up Update scoresheet Out- Reflection Start on Homework Through- Classwork Famous eruptions PowerPoint with Cornell notes Patterns of Volcanism assignment Homework: Pg. G7-G11 CYU 1-6, U&A 2-4 Pg. G17-G21 CYU 3-6

DateAssignment NamePoints Possibl e Your Score 11/8/10- 11/18/10 Warm ups50 11/8/1020 Movie Facts40 11/9/10Pg. G17-G21 Geowords, CYU 1-6 25 11/15/10Pg. G40-G42 CYU 1-4, U&A 1-3 20 11/16/10Pg. G34-G35 Geowords, CYU 1-4, U&A 1-3 25 11/17/10- 11/18/10 Pg. G7-G11 CYU 1-6, U&A 2-4 20 11/18/10Total180 Interactive Notebook- Scoresheet

In- 11/19/10, Warm-Up Write a five sentence paragraph summarizing what you have learned so far about volcanoes. Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork Finish Patterns of Volcanism assignment Volcano review extra credit (if notebook is complete) Homework: Volcanoes test on Tuesday Volcanoes review extra credit due Tuesday

In- 11/22/10, Warm-Up Answer the questions in complete sentences. 1.What is a lahar? 2. Name the three types of volcanoes and give an example of each type. Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork Lahar graphing assignment Homework: Test Tuesday Extra credit due Tuesday

In- 11/29/10, Warm-Up Imagine that you were in an earthquake. In a five sentence paragraph, describe what you think it would be like. Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork NOVA Tsunami: The Wave that Shook the World movie Write down 25 facts in your notebook. 1. 2. 3. 4. etc Homework: Read Pg. G125-G128, CYU 1- 5, U&A 1-3 Read Pg. G134-G136 CYU 1-4

In- 11/30/10, Warm-Up In a five sentence paragraph summarize what the movie was talking about yesterday. Out- Reflection In a five sentence paragraph summarize the notes you took today in class about earthquakes. Through- Classwork Finish movie Earthquakes PowerPoint with skeleton notes Homework: None

In- 12/1/10 and 12/2/10 Warm-Up Answer the following questions in complete sentences. 1.What is an earthquake? 2. What is the focus? 3. What is the epicenter? 4. What are the 3 types of waves called? Out- Reflection 1.What motion do the three types of waves make? You can draw a picture if you would like. 2. Explain how to find the epicenter of an earthquake. Through- Classwork Finish Earthquake notes Slinky activity Earthquake travel time graph Locating an epicenter worksheet Homework: None

In- 12/3/10, Warm-Up In a five sentence paragraph, write about how your semester is going so far. What has been good? What could be better? What do you need to do to make sure that you pass all of your classes? Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork Locating the epicenter of an earthquake Homework: None

In- 12/6/10, Warm-Up Write a five sentence paragraph summarizing what you have learned so far about earthquakes. Out- Reflection 10pts. Write a five-sentence paragraph. Summarize your notes that you took today. Through- Classwork Earthquakes PowerPoint with notes Homework: Pg. G141-G144 CYU 1,2,3,5G Pg. G150-G152 CYU 1-2

In- 11/24/08, Warm-Up Write a five-sentence paragraph. Based on what we have studied so far this year, explain how the Earth’s systems are connected. As an example you could explain how volcanoes are connected to the geosphere, the atmosphere,the hydrosphere, and the biosphere. Out- Reflection 15pts. Write a five-sentence paragraph. Summarize what you learned in the video today. Underline 4 key terms Through- Classwork NOVA: Wave that Shook the World 20 Facts (Must be in complete sentences) -Skip Spaces 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Etc … Homework: None

In- 11/25/08, Warm-Up Write a five-sentence paragraph. Based on what we have studied so far this year, explain how the subjects that we studied are connected. As an example you could explain how bedrock geology, plate tectonics, earthquakes and volcanoes are all connected. Out- Reflection 15pts. Write a five-sentence paragraph. Summarize what you learned in the video today. Underline 4 key terms Through- Classwork NOVA: Wave that Shook the World 15 Facts (Must be in complete sentences) -Skip Spaces 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Etc … Homework: None

In- 12/01/08, Warm-Up Write a five sentence paragraph. Write about someone that you look up to. Who is this person? How do you know them? Why do you look up to them? How can you use the things that you learn from them to help you, in your life? Out- Reflection None- Start Homework Through- Classwork Oral Reading Digging Deeper “What is an Earthquake” -Pg G125 Wave Animations “Recording Earthquake Waves” -Pg G134 PDF Images -Start Homework Homework: Read Pg G125-G129 CYU#1-5 + U&A #1-3 Read Pg G134-G136 CYU#1-4

In- 12/02/08, Warm-Up -Explain how seismic waves are generated by an earthquake. -Describe a P-wave. -Describe an S-wave. -Describe a surface wave. Out- Reflection Explain the relationship between the arrival times of P-waves and S-waves and the distances from the epicenter of the earthquake. Through- Classwork Travel Time Graph I Homework: Read Pg G141-G144 CYU#1-5

In- 12/04/08, Warm-Up P4 Write a five sentence paragraph. Summarize what you have learned this week. How can seismologist use data, like we have been working with, to learn about earthquakes? Underline 4 key terms,refer to the word wall, your book etc… Out- Reflection Through- Classwork Travel Time Graph II Glencoe Exploration -How to Determine the Epicenter of an Earthquake Locating an Epicenter WS Homework: None

In- 12/04/08, Warm-Up -Describe the Modified Mercalli Intensity scale. -Why is the intensity value of an earthquake more meaningful than magnitude to a non-scientist. -Explain how seismologist measure the magnitude of an earthquake. Out- Reflection Write a five sentence paragraph. Summarize what you have learned this week. How can seismologist use data, like we have been working with, to learn about earthquakes? Underline 4 key terms,refer to the word wall, your book etc… Through- Classwork Travel Time Graph II Glencoe Exploration -How to Determine the Epicenter of an Earthquake Locating an Epicenter WS Homework: None (Finish Classwork)

In- 12/05/08, Warm-Up None- set-up the right page Out- Reflection 15pts. Write a five-sentence paragraph. Summarize what you learned in the video today. Underline 4 key terms Through- Classwork EARTH: THE BIOGRAPHY 20 Facts (Must be in complete sentences) -Skip Spaces 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Etc … Homework: None

In- 12/8/08, Warm-Up Write a five sentence paragraph. Summarize what you learned last week. How can seismologist use data, like we have been working with, to learn about earthquakes? 10pts. Out- Reflection 10pts. Write a five sentence paragraph. Summarize what you learned today. Explain the intensity scale used to describe the effects of an earthquake. Explain how the magnitude, focus, and epicenter, directly effect the intensity of an earthquake. Underline 4 key terms,refer to the word wall, your book etc… Through- Classwork Earth Quest- Earthquake -Computer w/projector -Earthquake Intensity WS Homework: Earthquake Intensity WS

In- 12/8/08, Warm-Up Write a five sentence paragraph. Imagine you were in an earthquake. What would you feel? What would you hear? What would you see? What would you smell? 10pts. Out- Reflection 10pts. Write a five sentence paragraph. Summarize what you learned today. Explain the intensity scale used to describe the effects of an earthquake. Explain how the magnitude, focus, and epicenter, directly effect the intensity of an earthquake. Underline 4 key terms,refer to the word wall, your book etc… Through- Classwork Earth Quest- Earthquake -Computer w/projector -Earthquake Intensity WS Homework: Earthquake Intensity WS

In- 12/9/08, Warm-Up Write a five sentence paragraph. Imagine you were in an earthquake. What would you feel? What would you hear? What would you see? What would you smell? 10pts. Out- Reflection 10pts. Read the 1st paragraph on Page 141. Based upon this reading determine if the Modified Mercali intensity scale is a qualitative or quantitative value. Explain. -Three complete sentences -Underline key terms Through- Classwork Earthquake in Rattlesburg Part I- Determine intensity values and plot on map. Part II- Draw isoseismal lines on map. (All class w/overhead) Homework: Read Pg G150-G152 CYU #1-2 + U&A #1e-f

In- 12/10/08, Warm-Up Write a five sentence paragraph. Summarize what you have learned about earthquakes. 10pts. Out- Reflection 10pts. Use a Venn diagram to compare and contrast the relationship between earthquake intensity and magnitude. Include and underline the following words: Intensity, Magnitude, Modified Mercali Scale, Richter Scale, Qualitative, and Quantitative. Through- Classwork Qualitative vs. Quantitative Earthquake Damage PPT Homework: None Notes:Headings:

In- 12/11/08, Warm-Up We are going to study the water cycle today. Write a five sentence paragraph. Identify the different places water can go as it moves through and around the Earth. 20pts. Out- Reflection 20pts. Draw a basic diagram of the water cycle. Include and underline the following words: Evaporation, condensation, transpiration, precipitation, snowmelt, surface runoff, clouds, ground water, rivers, lakes, oceans. Connect them all with arrows. Through- Classwork The Water Cycle Reading USGS Website Overview The Water Cycle Activity “Imagine” Water Cycle Water Cycle RAFT Homework: Complete Water Cycle Story (RAFT)

In- 12/15/08, Warm-Up Write a five-sentence paragraph. Based on what we have studied so far this year, explain how the Earth’s systems are connected. As an example you could explain how volcanoes are connected to the geosphere, the atmosphere,the hydrosphere, and the biosphere. Out- Reflection TBD Through- Classwork Mid-Term Review Session PPT Mid-Term Exam Study Guide Homework: Complete Mid-Term Exam Study Guide

In- 12/16/08, Warm-Up Write a five sentence Paragraph. What is your favorite topic of study/activity that we have studied this year in Earth Science? Why did you enjoy this area of study? What is your least favorite study/activity? Why? Out- Reflection TBD Through- Classwork Mid-Term Review Session PPT Mid-Term Exam Study Guide -Part II Homework: Complete Mid-Term Exam Study Guide

In- 8/20/09, Warm-Up No Warm-Up Out- Reflection Write a five sentence paragraph about someone that you look up to. (Someone you know or a celebrity) Who? Why? Etc… Through- Class work Set-Up Interactive Notebook Homework-

In- 8/21/08, Warm-Up Write a five sentence paragraph about the most beautiful place that you have ever been. What is the name of this place? Who took you there? When did you go there? Where is this place? Why is it beautiful? Out- Reflection 10 pts. Earth Science Concept Map -What items did you connect? -What was your favorite connection? -Why is understanding connections between the different spheres important? -CSIQ- Complete Sentences 12 Through- Classwork Earth Science Slideshow Answer each slide in complete sentences. CSIQ: Complete Sentence Including Question Earth Science Concept Map Homework- Earth Science Word Search 13

In- 8/22/08, Warm-Up Write a five sentence paragraph about why understanding connections between the different spheres Important. -Give a few examples of some Of the connections that you made. -Explain how air, surface, water, frozen water, and living things interact to affect your lives. Out- Reflection None (Applying Science/What is Earth Science? WS) 14 Through- Classwork Earth Science Notes -Graphic Organizer Applying Science/What is Earth Science? WS Homework- none 15

DateAssignment NamePoints Possibl e Your Score 8/21/08 + 8/22/08 Earth Science Slide Show 30 8/20/08- 8/22/08 Warm-Ups20 8/22/08Total50 Interactive Notebook- Scoresheet

In- 8/25/08, Warm-Up Write a five sentence paragraph that summarizes the problems and benefits that result from our modern technology. -Give a few examples of these problems and benefits from Friday's assignment. Out- Reflection None (Scientific Method Lab Report WS) 15 Through- Classwork Scientific Method -Cornell Notes WS Scientific Method Lab Report WS Homework- Scientific Method Lab Report WS 16

In- 8/26/08, Warm-Up -What is a hypothesis? -What is an independent variable? -What is a dependent variable? -What is a control? Out- Reflection None (Using the Scientific Method Lab) 17 Through- Classwork Using the Scientific Method Lab -Test the Hypothesis and Analyze the Data Notes: Recording data and graphing basics (optional) Homework- Using the Scientific Method Lab -Bar Graph and Conclusion 18

In- 8/28/08, Warm-Up -CSIQ- -From yesterdays lab, what was your hypothesis? -From the data, what was the warmest part of the room? -Based on the data, what conclusion did you draw? -How did your findings compare to the two other groups that you exchanged Data with? Out- Reflection -CSIQ- Explain two ways to find the density of an Object? 10pts. 19 Through- Classwork Safety in the Science Classroom Density Lab Homework- Designing an Experiment/Scientific Method WS 20

In- 8/29/08, Warm-Up -CSIQ- -What is the changeable factor in an experiment called? -What word refers to a standard for comparison In an experiment. -What do milliliters and Cubic centimeters measure? -What do grams measure? ? Out- Reflection None. Through- Classwork Quiz- Intro to Earth Science & Basics of Science (Open Note) Practicing Measurement Skills WS Homework- none

In- 9/2/08, Warm-Up Write a five sentence paragraph about your favorite musician or band. Who is this musician or band? What style is this musician or band? Why do you like this musician or band? Out- Reflection None. Through- Classwork Check out Earth Comm Textbooks -Introducing the Earth Comm Textbook WS -Geo Words Format Handout and Assignment Instructions Homework- Geo Words Pg U8-U12 All

In- 9/4/08, Warm-Up -CSIQ- Use your book Pg U8 U12 -How do you think weathering and erosion provide the ingredients that will form a sedimentary rock? -How do you think compaction and cementation can form a sedimentary rock? Out- Reflection -CSIQ- Write a five-sentence paragraph that summarizes the rock cycle. Include the three types of rocks. Through- Classwork Homework Format Rock Cycle Activity Homework- Read Pg U8-U12 Answer questions: CYU #1-4 and U&A #1&2

In- 9/5/08, Warm-Up Update Scoresheet Out- Reflection Complete Sentences What processes cause sediment to be converted into sedimentary rock? Describe each of the following: Sedimentary Rock -Clastic -Chemical -Organic Through- Classwork Rock Types- Graphic Organizer You will paste your Graphic Organizer here at the end of class. Homework- None

DateAssignment NamePoints Possibl e Your Score 9/5/08Rock Types- Graphic Organizer 20 8/25/08- 9/4/08 Warm-Ups50 9/5/08Total70 Interactive Notebook- Scoresheet

In- 9/8/08, Warm-Up -CSIQ- What are two different categories of igneous rocks? What are two different categories of metamorphic rocks? What are three different categories of sedimentary rocks? Out- Reflection None(start homework) Through- Classwork DPS Earth Science Pre-Test Extra Credit Bedrock Geology Word Search Homework- Geo Words Pg U17-U20 All

In- 9/9/08, Warm-Up -CSIQ- -What type of environment does limestone suggest? -In what type of environment does coal form? -What processes cause sediment to be converted into sedimentary rock? Out- Reflection Describe the variety of rocks in our community. Are there many different types of rocks in our community? If so, Why do you think this is the case? Explain. Through- Classwork Geologic Maps and the Rocks of Our Community -What are the most common sedimentary rocks in our community? -What are the most common igneous rocks in our community? -What are the most common metamorphic rocks our community? -What are the oldest rocks in our community? -Data Tables on the following pages. Homework- Read Pg U17-U20 CYU 1-4

In- 9/11/08, Warm-Up -CSIQ- -Describe the type of igneous rock that is formed when magma cools very slowly. (details) -Describe the type of igneous rock that is formed when lava cools very quickly. (details) -What determines the color of an igneous rock? Out- Reflection Describe the variety of rocks in our community. Are there many different types of rocks in our community? If so, Why do you think this is the case? Explain. Through- Classwork Geologic History Notes -answer 9/9/08 Through Questions -Butera’s Favorite Areas -How to Describe a Rock Lecture w/handout Rock Lab Homework- Read Pg U27-U30 CYU 1-3 +Geo Words Pg U27-U30 All

In- 9/12/08, Warm-Up -CSIQ- -What is a protolith? -Explain why foliation occurs in many metamorphic rocks. -Explain regional metamorphism. Out- Reflection Write a five sentence paragraph that summarizes what you have learned this week. Please be specific. Through- Classwork Activity 4: Rock Units -Read U36-U37 -Rock Units and Your Community WS Together as a class Geo Words Cross Word Puzzle Homework- None

In- 9/16/08, Warm-Up -What are two sources of heat that can lead to metamorphism? -Explain how regional metamorphism can metamorphose large volumes of rock. -Explain contact metamorphism. -Explain how foliation occurs in a metamorphic rock. Out- Reflection None (Start HW) Through- Classwork Cornell Notes- -Forces in the Earth Part II -Review homework format and start homework Classwork/Homework: Read Pg. U53-U55 CYU 1-3 + U&A 1+2 Notes:Headings:

In- 9/15/08, Warm-Up Write a five sentence paragraph. Explain the rock cycle. Include some of the new information that you have learned recently in this class. Please include at least 3 Geo Words and underline them. Out- Reflection None (Start HW) Through- Classwork Cornell Notes- Forces in the Earth Part I Classwork/Homework: Read Pg. U43-U47 CYU 1-3 + U&A 1+2 Notes:Headings:

In- 9/18/08, Warm-Up -What factors determine whether the Earth’s crust will fold or form a fault? -What are the three types of faults? -What are the two types of folds? Out- Reflection 15pts Write a five sentence paragraph that explains what you have learned about bedrock geology. Include three of the new Geo Words that you have learned. Additionally, include some examples of evidence of geologic principle that are found in our community. Through- Classwork Activity #6 Reading the Geologic History of Your Community Part A 1a) b) c) 2a) b) 3a) b) 4a) b) 5a) b) Part B 1a) Fault Lab Homework: None

In- 9/22/08, Warm-Up Write a five sentence paragraph. Explain the geologic principle of superposition. What are two exceptions to this rule. Where can you see a good example of this principle in the Denver area? Out- Reflection None (Start HW) Through- Classwork Cornell Notes- Bedrock Geology Review Classwork/Homework: Bedrock Geology Study Guide Notes:Headings:

In- 9/23/08, Warm-Up -CSIQ- -Explain the geologic principle of lateral continuity. -Explain the geologic principle of superposition. -What are the causes of uplift and subsidence? Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork Bedrock Geology Chapter Test Homework: None

In- 9/25/08, Warm-Up -CSIQ- Write a five-sentence paragraph. Explain what you learned as you studied bedrock geology. What did you know already? What was new to you? What was your favorite part? Out- Reflection Write a five-sentence paragraph. Summarize what you learned today on the plate tectonics website. You must include five new terms from the website. Underline each term. Through- Classwork Counselor Presentation Plate Tectonics Web Activity Homework: None

In- 9/26/08, Warm-Up -CSIQ- Write a five-sentence paragraph. Summarize what you learned today on the plate tectonics website. You must include five new terms from the website. Underline each term. Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork Plate Tectonics Web Activity Extra credit word search -Rocks and Minerals -Due at the end of class Must finish web activity first Homework: None

In- 9/29/08, Warm-Up Write a five sentence Paragraph. Summarize what you learned last week about plate tectonics. Include at least five specific terms and underline them. Out- Reflection None (Start HW) Through- Classwork Cornell Notes- Plate Tectonics Classwork/Homework: Geo Words Pg G68-G72 All Notes:Headings:

In- 9/30/08, Warm-Up -CSIQ- -What are three types of plate boundaries? -What are the two layers of mantle? -Describe these two layers of mantle. Out- Reflection None (Start HW) Through- Classwork Sea Floor Spreading- Reading Pg G69-G72 Magnetosphere PPT Rates of Sea Floor Spreading -Activity/WS Classwork/Homework: Rates of Sea Floor Spreading -Activity/WS

In- 10/2/08, Warm-Up -CSIQ- Write a five-sentence paragraph. Summarize what you learned form the activity, Rates of Sea Floor Spreading. -Where is the oldest rock relative to the Mid-Atlantic Ridge? Where is the youngest rock? What conclusion can you draw from this data? -How do the magnetic striping patterns help prove the existence of divergent plate boundaries, sea floor spreading and plate tectonics? Out- Reflection Write a five-sentence paragraph. Describe all of the evidence for the Theory of Plate Tectonics that we have learned so far. Through- Classwork -Plate Tectonics Act.#2 Investigate Pg. G77 Part C 1a,b,c Part D 1a,b,c -Subduction Zone Lab Set Classwork/Homework: Read Pg G68-G72 CYU# 1-6 + U&A 1,3,4,5

In- 10/03/08, Warm-Up Write a five sentence Paragraph. Explain how the different types of evidence that we have studied this week supports the theory of plate tectonics. (GPS: Global Positioning System, Sea Floor Spreading, The Andesite Line) Out- Reflection 10pts. Write a five sentence Paragraph. Summarize what you learned this week. Include six specific terms and underline them. Through- Classwork Cornell Notes- Plate Boundaries PPT Plate Boundaries WS Homework: None Notes:Headings:

DateAssignment NamePoints Possibl e Your Score 9/26/08 - 10/3/08 Warm-Ups50 9/29/08 Cornell Notes- Plate Tectonics 20 10/3/08 Cornell Notes- Plate Boundaries PPT 20 10/3/08Total90

In- 10/06/08, Warm-Up -Name three types of boundaries between lithospheric plates. -Convergent boundaries can be found in three different settings, what are they? Out- Reflection 10pts. Write a five sentence Paragraph. Describe subduction. Include four specific terms and underline them. Through- Classwork Read Pg G68-G72, G78-G83 Plate Tectonics Poster Homework: Read Pg G78-G83 CYU #1-7

In- 10/07/08, Warm-Up Write a five sentence Paragraph. Describe subduction. Include four specific terms and underline them. Out- Reflection None (Start HW) Through- Classwork Plate Tectonics Poster -Due today: no additional class time will be used. Extra Credit Cross Word -Must finish poster, due at the end of class Homework: Read Pg G89-G93 CYU #1-6 + U&A #1a+b

In- 10/17/08, Warm-Up Write a five sentence Paragraph. Describe all of the geologic features that can form at plate boundaries. Include four specific terms and underline them. Out- Reflection Write a five sentence Paragraph. Explain the following information: Which rock was the most dense, which rock was the least dense earth material. Which of these rocks is found on the continental crust and which of these rocks is found in the oceanic crust. How does this lab relate to Plate tectonics? Through- Classwork Density & Convection -Demo + PPT Cornell Notes: How to solve for Volume and Mass Density of Earth Materials Lab Homework: Read Pg G100-G103 CYU #1-4 Notes:Headings:

In- 10/10/08, Warm-Up Draw and label a diagram showing the three main layers of the earth. Include diagrams of convection currents and show some of the features that result from these forces. (Refer to figure 3 on Pg G92.) Out- Reflection 10pts. Write a five sentence Paragraph. Describe the process thermal convection in the Earth’s interior. Explain how this process drives the plates. Include five specific terms and underline them. Through- Classwork Plate Tectonics Poster -Super Bonus, one-time only, last day! Extra Credit Cross Word -Must finish poster, due at the end of class Homework: None

In- 10/13/08, Warm-Up Answer the following questions in complete sentences. -CSIQ- -What pattern discovered along the ocean floor helps prove that the plates are moving apart at ocean ridges? -What is the name of the process when one lithospheric plate remains at the surface and another plate slides down beneath the surface plate? -How was the Andes Mountain range in western South America most likely formed? Out- Reflection Write a five sentence Paragraph. Describe how the heat flow at mid-ocean ridges provides evidence to support the theory of plate tectonics. Through- Classwork Mid-Ocean Ridge Heat Flow Homework: Read Pg G110-G116 CYU #1-5

In- 10/14/08, Warm-Up Think of a person in history, in your community, or in the news today who has made a positive contribution to the world. What is/was that contribution and how was it linked to the individuals skills and talents, and/or personal values? Out- Reflection What are some of your strengths? What are some of your values? What careers could possibly lead from your interests, strengths and values? Through- Classwork College Ed 10/14/08 College Ed is a series of activities in a workbook that you will be completing this year. It is part of the Excelerator Program. TJHS received a large grant from College Board, the organization that runs the Excelerator Program, two years ago. This grant allows TJHS to provide more AP classes, run the Future Center, and provide programs like AVID and College Ed, which help prepare students for college.

In- 10/16/08, Warm-Up Answer the following questions in complete sentences. -CSIQ- -Using your notes give an example of a divergent boundary, a convergent boundary, and a transform boundary. For each example state the location and the types of geologic features are found there. Out- Reflection 10pts Write a five sentence Paragraph. Describe how the Earth’s Systems are interconnected. Refer to the DVD Earth: The Biography- Volcanoes. Include five specific terms and underline them. Through- Classwork Mid-Ocean Ridge Heat Flow DVD Earth: The Biography- Volcanoes 20 Facts or Theories (Must be in complete sentences) -Skip Spaces 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Etc … Homework: None

In- 10/17/08, Warm-Up Write a five sentence Paragraph. Describe how the Earth’s Systems are interconnected. Refer to the DVD Earth: The Biography- Volcanoes. Include five specific terms and underline them. Out- Reflection 10pts Write a five sentence Paragraph. Summarize what you learned this week. Include six specific terms and underline them. Through- Classwork Building Features on the Earths Surface- PPT w/ WS Homework: None

DateAssignment NamePoints Possibl e Your Score 10/6/08 - 10/17/0 8 Warm-Ups70 10/17/0 8 Total70

In- 10/20/08, Warm-Up -How was the Andes Mountain range in western South America Likely formed? -If an unknown rock has a mass of 30.0 g and a volume of 10.0 cm 3, What is the density? -What is the name of the process by which the continental landmass grows as a result of ocean continental subduction? Out- Reflection 10pts Write a five sentence Paragraph. Explain all of the pieces of evidence that you have learned about that help to support the theory of plate tectonics. Include six specific terms and underline them. Through- Classwork Tonga Trench- Intro Island Arc/Trench Earthquakes Lab Set Plate Tectonics Chapter Test Friday 8/24/08 159 pts. Homework: Study for Plate Tectonics Chapter Test

In- 10/23/08, Warm-Up Answer in complete sentences -Why are earthquakes and volcanoes usually found on the continental side of a plate boundary? -What is the name of the process when one lithospheric plate remains at the surface and another plate slides down beneath the surface plate? -What is the part of the Earth that is the solid uppermost part- the most technical term? Out- Reflection 10pts Write a five sentence Paragraph. Explain all of the pieces of evidence that you have learned about that help to support the theory of plate tectonics. Include six specific terms and underline them. Through- Classwork DDRG Development of the Theory of Plate Tectonics Pangaea/Laurasia and Gondwanland Map Activity Plate Tectonics Chapter Test Review Plate Tectonics Chapter Test Friday 8/24/08 159 pts. Homework: Study for Plate Tectonics Chapter Test

In- 10/24/08, Warm-Up Write a five sentence Paragraph. Explain all of the pieces of evidence that you have learned about that help to support the theory of plate tectonics and continental drift. Include six specific terms and underline them. Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork Plate Tectonics Chapter Test -159 pts.- Volcanoes Vocabulary Homework: Finish Volcanoes Vocabulary

In- 10/27/08, Warm-Up Write a five sentence Paragraph. Based on what you learned about plate tectonics, explain what causes volcanoes. Include four specific terms and underline them. Out- Reflection 10 pts. Write a five sentence Paragraph. Describe what you saw in the slideshow today. What types of scenes were shown in the pictures? Was there loss of life or damages to the environment? What types of colors did you see in the images, describe them. Do these events occur on a small scale or a large scale. Are volcanoes powerful? Underline six key descriptive words. Through- Classwork Mt. St. Helens Video Clip Famous Eruptions PPT -Cornell Notes Homework: None Notes:Headings:

In- 11/3/08, Warm-Up Write a five sentence Paragraph. What is your favorite topic of study/activity that we have studied this year in Earth Science? Why did you enjoy this area of study? What is your least favorite study/activity? Why? Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork Volcanic Landforms PPT -Cornell Notes Glencoe Explorations 10 w/WS Homework: Read Pg. G7-G11 CYU#1-6 + U&A 2,3,4 Notes:Headings:

In- 11/4/08, Warm-Up -Where do most volcanoes form on land? -What are hot spots? Provide an example of a hot spot on Earth. -Where do most volcanoes occur? Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork Physical and Chemical Properties of Molten Rock PPT -Cornell Notes Eruptions and Forms of Volcanoes WS Homework: Read Pg. G17-G21 CYU#3-6 Notes:Headings:

In- 11/6/08, Warm-Up Write a five sentence Paragraph. Explain the relationship between silica content and pyroclastic vs. lava flow. Explain the relationship between water vapor and pyroclastic vs. lava flow. Out- Reflection 10 pts. Write a five sentence Paragraph. Explain how today’s lab is relate to our recent studies of volcanoes. Underline five key terms. Through- Classwork Speed of the Bubble Lab -Graphs and Motion Homework: Read Pg. G26-G28 CYU#1-6

In- 11/7/08, Warm-Up -What is viscosity? -Name two factors that influence the viscosity of lava flow. -What is a pyroclastic flow? Out- Reflection 10 pts. Write a five sentence Paragraph. Summarize what you learned this week. Include the terms on the word wall. Underline five key terms. Through- Classwork Investigation 17-2 -Volcanic Eruptions Homework: None

In- 11/11/08, Warm-Up -What types of volcanic landforms are associated with high silica magmas? -What type of volcanoes are usually found at subduction zones. -What type of magma chemical composition would you expect to find at a hot spot? Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork Patterns of Volcanism Homework: Patterns of Volcanism

In- 11/13/08, Warm-Up -What is the cause of most volcanoes found on land? -Describe a composite volcano. -Describe a shield volcano. -Describe a cinder cone volcano. Out- Reflection 15 pts. Write a five-sentence paragraph. Scenario: A volcano erupted and you died. What were you doing at the time of the eruption. Were you near the eruption or 80 Km away? What was your cause of death. What type of volcanic hazard led to your death? Underline 4 key terms,refer to the word wall, the Volcanic Hazards WS, etc… Through- Classwork Volcanic Hazards PPT W/ Questions WS Volcanic Hazards Graphing Homework: Volcanic Hazards Graphing

In- 11/14/08, Warm-Up P4 Write a five-sentence paragraph. Scenario: A volcano erupted and you died. What were you doing at the time of the eruption. Were you near the eruption or 80 Km away? What was your cause of death. What type of volcanic hazard led to your death? Underline 4 key terms,refer to the word wall, the Volcanic Hazards WS, etc… Out- Reflection 15 pts. None Through- Classwork Ring of Fire DVD Homework: None

DateAssignment NamePoints Possible Your Score 10/27/08Famous Eruptions Cornell Notes 20 11/3/08Volcanic Landforms Cornell Notes 20 11/4/08Physical and Chemical Properties of Molten Rock Cornell Notes 20 11/14/08Total60

In- 11/17/08, Warm-Up -What is the difference between magma and lava? -How does the volume of an eruption affect the area covered by the eruption? -What is a lahar and how are they formed? Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork Volcanic Hazards PPT W/ Questions WS Volcanoes Study Guide Homework: Volcanoes Study Guide

In- 11/18/08, Warm-Up -What type of volcanic hazard is most likely to affect communities several hundred kilometers from the volcano site? -What type of volcanic hazard is most likely to affect communities ten to one hundred kilometers from the volcano site? -Describe the global distribution of volcanoes. Out- Reflection None Through- Classwork Poinsettias Volcanoes Test Volcanoes Word Search Homework: None

In- 11/19/08, Warm-Up Write a five-sentence paragraph. Describe an experience you have had using a map. Why were you using a map? Where were you going? How did it work out for you? Out- Reflection 15pts. Write a five-sentence paragraph. What is a topographic map? What are the essential elements of a topographic map? How can you use a topographic map to find the shape and elevation of the landscape? Who uses topographic maps? Underline 4 key terms,refer to the word wall, the maps handout, etc… Through- Classwork Intro: Topographic Maps -Colorado PPT Topographic Map -Oral reading w/handout Topographic Map Lab -Modeling Contours Homework: Maps & Topographic Maps WS Part A & B

In- 11/20/08, Warm-Up Write a five-sentence paragraph. Describe an experience you have had using a map. Why were you using a map? Where were you going? How did it work out for you? Out- Reflection 15pts. Write a five-sentence paragraph. What is a topographic map? What are the essential elements of a topographic map? How can you use a topographic map to find the shape and elevation of the landscape? Who uses topographic maps? Underline 4 key terms,refer to the word wall, the maps handout, etc… Through- Classwork Intro: Topographic Maps -Colorado PPT Topographic Map -Oral reading w/handout Topographic Map Lab -Modeling Contours Homework: Maps & Topographic Maps WS Part A & B

In- 11/21/08, Warm-Up Write a five-sentence paragraph. Explain in your own words the meaning of a contour line, contour interval, and topographic map. Out- Reflection 15pts. Write a five-sentence paragraph. Explain how topography influences volcanic flows. What is the relationship between speed, velocity, and force and the steepness of a slope? How will this affect lava flows and lahars? Underline 4 key terms,refer to the word wall, the maps handout, and your volcanoes resources (notes and textbook) etc… Through- Classwork Intro: Topographic Maps -Labeling on a Map Reading Topographic Map WS -Guided Practice Homework: None