Introduction |
Task |
Process |
Resources |
Conclusion |
Evaluation |
Teacher's Page |
You and your
friends are spelunkers who are going to explore some limestone caves. So grab
your hard hats, picks, ropes, and flashlights. You are about to discover a
strange and beautiful underground world.
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As you explore,
you will identify at least five cave formations. Also, you will need to
understand and explain how the cave was formed. At the end of your exploration,
you will be hired by the Mineral Museum of Mifflin County to create a display
for the cave section of the museum. To help you, follow the directions on the
guide sheet. We wouldn’t want you to get lost.
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Process: |
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You will be assigned to a fellow spelunker to work on this project. |
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The spelunker facing the left of the cave (computer) will log on. |
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Now it is time to enter the cave. Turn on
your flashlight and watch your step. Have you and your partner tied the
rope to your waist so you do not lose each other? Watch out for bats!!
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Jenny and Carlos' friend Dave took some pictures. Look at them and label the same formations in the Cave Formation Worksheet. |
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The tour is almost over so take a last look around. When you get back to class, you will begin the display for the Mineral Museum of Mifflin County. |
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Exploring
Caves
Jenny and Carlos get out of the Rain
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You
are now an official member of the Highland Park Spelunkers Club. There is
so much more to learn. Check out these sites.
A Virtual Cave |
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