Begin with a captivating question: 'What do Mount Fuji, the Himalayas, and the Sierra Nevada have in common?' This will engage students and prompt them to think about different types of mountains.
Go to the LessonLearning Objectives
- Describe the characteristics and formation processes of volcanic, fold, and block mountains.
- Identify examples of each type of mountain, such as Mount Fuji, the Himalayas, and the Sierra Nevada.
- Compare the height of mountains on Earth with those on other planets, such as Olympus Mons on Mars.
- Explain the role of tectonic plate movements in the formation of fold and block mountains.
Introduction and Hook
Direct Instruction
Explain the characteristics and formation processes of volcanic, fold, and block mountains using examples such as Mount Fuji, the Himalayas, and the Sierra Nevada.
Discuss the role of tectonic plate movements in the formation of fold and block mountains, using diagrams to illustrate these processes.
Guided Exploration
Engage students in a discussion comparing the height of mountains on Earth with those on other planets, such as Olympus Mons on Mars.
Hands-On Activity
Independent Practice
Assign students to research and present on a specific mountain range, focusing on its type, formation, and unique characteristics.
Check for Understanding
Review and Reflection
Facilitate a class discussion reflecting on the different types of mountains and their formation processes, encouraging students to share their insights and questions.
Assessment and Extension
Administer a quiz to test students' comprehension of the unit on Earth's land and water.
Try the Quiz