Earth's Layers

This web quest is designed to teach 5th grade students about the layers of Earth's interior.  It includes key vocabulary students need to know in addressing this content. Also, this is a web-quest for students to be able to write a paper on a layer of the earth. This allows them to gain skills in writing too. 

There are visuals, notes, and really good resources in this site.  The activity is designed to address all language and academic levels in the classroom.  

Standards

SC.O.5.2.18-describe the layers of the earth and their various features

Credits

"Learn About Planet Earth - Structure of Earth." YouTube. YouTube, 21 June 2011. Web. 10 Dec. 2013.
"Essay Map." Readwritethink.org. N.p., n.d. Web. 10 Dec. 2013