Begin the lesson by introducing the concept of mountains as landforms that rise high above the surrounding land. Use engaging visuals to capture students' interest and curiosity.

Explain the formation of mountains through tectonic plate movements and volcanic activity. Highlight Mount Everest as an example of a mountain formed by tectonic plates.

Use the video 'Earth's Landforms – Mountains' to provide a visual explanation of mountain formation. This video helps students understand the geological processes involved in creating mountains.

Facilitate a discussion on how tectonic plates push together to form mountains over millions of years. Encourage students to share their thoughts and questions.

Engage students in a hands-on activity by creating a model volcano. This activity simulates volcanic eruptions and helps students understand how volcanic activity can form mountains.

Assign students to research another mountain and present how it was formed, whether through tectonic activity or volcanic eruptions.

Use formative assessments to check students' understanding of mountain formation processes. Encourage them to explain the differences between tectonic and volcanic mountains.

Conduct a class review of the key concepts covered in the lesson. Encourage students to reflect on what they have learned about mountain formation.

Use the 'Rapid Changes to the Earth’s Surface' assessment to evaluate students' understanding of natural disasters and their impact on the Earth's surface.

Encourage students to take the Unit Quiz to test their comprehension of the Earth Processes unit.