Grade: Kinder and 2nd
Subject: Science
Topic: Observing Rocks
Science TEK: K.7A Observe, describe, compare, and sort rocks by size, shape, color, and texture. 2.7A Observe and describe rocks by size, texture, and color.
Technology TEK: 4Cs: K.2 Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Communication (D) select, store, and deliver products using a variety of media, formats, devices, and virtual environments.
Description: Using digital microscopes, students can zoom in on earth science and capture images to include in their findings. Students work in pairs or small groups to observe rocks with their eyes, hand lenses, and digital microscopes and compare what the similarities and differences were between the three ways of looking at the rocks. Observations can be recorded using iPad video or Google Docs / Slides.
Device Type: Chromebook, digital microscope, iPad
Suggested Apps: Camera, Google Docs/Slides