Changing the Earth's Surface

We are studying the Earth's surface and how it changes over time in science! Students have really dug into this science unit and are learning so much. So far we have studied weathering and how it breaks down the earth's surface. We have done this by making a model with sugar cubes and dropper bottles to re-create rain. Students made great noticings and we clarified that the sugar did not melt, rather it disintegrated. We also talked this week how wind can change the Earth's surface by picking up smaller rocks and moving them, which leads us to erosion. Students are being fantastic scientists and they are keeping amazing notebooks. This is a great opportunity for families to discuss learning that is taking place in the classroom.

We are working hard in our notebooks!

Using our "sand blasters" to break down the sugar cubes

Observing the changes