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Science and Social Studies
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**We will test on rocks and minerals Thursday**
We will continue our new science unit, rocks and soils. Please do not throw away any science papers that are sent home. We will continue to use these as study material.
During this unit students will learn the following:
Students will investigate the physical attributes of rocks and soils.
a. Explain the difference between a rock and a mineral
b. Recognize the physical attributes of rocks ad minerals using observation (shape, color, texture) measurement, and simple tests (hardness)
c. Use observation to compare the similarities and differences of texture, particle size, and color in topsoil (such as clay, loam potting soil, and sand).
d. Determine how water and wind can change rocks and soil over time using observation and research.
Third Grade
Smiley Elementary
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