Earth Science: Rocks, Weather, and Climate

          Module 1: Introduction to Earth Science

Section 1: Observation and Inquiry  
- Lesson 1: What is Earth Science?  
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: What is Earth Science?  
- Lesson 2: The Role of Observation in Science  
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: The Role of Observation in Science

Section 2: Basic Earth Components  
- Lesson 1: Understanding the Earth's Layers  
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Understanding the Earth's Layers  
- Lesson 2: Introduction to Rocks and Soil  
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Introduction to Rocks and Soil

Section 3: Tools and Techniques  
- Lesson 1: Using the Scientific Method in Earth Science  
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Using the Scientific Method in Earth Science  
- Lesson 2: Basic Field Instruments for Observation  
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Basic Field Instruments for Observation

Section 4: Data Collection and Analysis  
- Lesson 1: Recording Observations and Data  
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Recording Observations and Data  
- Lesson 2: Creating Simple Graphs from Data  
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Creating Simple Graphs from Data

Section 5: Safety and Ethical Practices in the Field  
- Lesson 1: Outdoor Safety Essentials  
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Outdoor Safety Essentials  
- Lesson 2: Responsible Science and Environmental Ethics  
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Responsible Science and Environmental Ethics


Module 2: Rocks and Minerals: The Building Blocks

Section 1: Introduction to Rocks  
- Lesson 1: What Are Rocks?  
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: What Are Rocks?  
- Lesson 2: The Rock Cycle Basics  
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: The Rock Cycle Basics

Section 2: Types of Rocks  
- Lesson 1: Igneous Rocks – Formation and Characteristics  
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Igneous Rocks – Formation and Characteristics  
- Lesson 2: Sedimentary Rocks – Formation and Characteristics  
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Sedimentary Rocks – Formation and Characteristics

Section 3: Exploring Minerals  
- Lesson 1: Identifying Common Minerals  
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Identifying Common Minerals  
- Lesson 2: Properties and Uses of Minerals  
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Properties and Uses of Minerals

Section 4: Hands-On Rock Collection  
- Lesson 1: Field Trip Basics: Collecting Rock Samples  
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Field Trip Basics: Collecting Rock Samples  
- Lesson 2: Classifying and Sorting Rock Samples  
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Classifying and Sorting Rock Samples

Section 5: Earth Processes and Rock Formation  
- Lesson 1: Weathering and Erosion: How Rocks Change  
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Weathering and Erosion: How Rocks Change  
- Lesson 2: Understanding Landscape Changes Over Time  
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Understanding Landscape Changes Over Time


Module 3: Weather Patterns and Phenomena

Section 1: Understanding Weather  
- Lesson 1: What is Weather?  
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: What is Weather?  
- Lesson 2: The Elements of Weather: Temperature, Humidity, and More  
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: The Elements of Weather: Temperature, Humidity, and More

Section 2: Cloud Formation and Types  
- Lesson 1: How Clouds Form  
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: How Clouds Form  
- Lesson 2: Recognizing Different Types of Clouds  
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Recognizing Different Types of Clouds

Section 3: Rain, Wind, and Storms  
- Lesson 1: The Water Cycle and Rainfall  
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: The Water Cycle and Rainfall  
- Lesson 2: Investigating Wind and Storm Patterns  
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Investigating Wind and Storm Patterns

Section 4: Weather Instruments and Data Collection  
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Thermometers, Anemometers, and More  
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Introduction to Thermometers, Anemometers, and More  
- Lesson 2: How to Record and Interpret Weather Data  
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: How to Record and Interpret Weather Data

Section 5: Local Weather Observation  
- Lesson 1: Observing the Daily Weather  
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Observing the Daily Weather  
- Lesson 2: Recording and Discussing Weather Changes  
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Recording and Discussing Weather Changes


Module 4: Climate: The Long-Term Picture

Section 1: What is Climate?  
- Lesson 1: Differentiating Weather from Climate  
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Differentiating Weather from Climate  
- Lesson 2: Factors That Influence Climate  
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Factors That Influence Climate

Section 2: Climate Zones of the Earth  
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Major Climate Zones  
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Introduction to Major Climate Zones  
- Lesson 2: Characteristics of Different Climate Zones  
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Characteristics of Different Climate Zones

Section 3: Analyzing Weather Versus Climate Data  
- Lesson 1: Reading Temperature Trends Over Time  
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Reading Temperature Trends Over Time  
- Lesson 2: Understanding Precipitation Patterns  
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Understanding Precipitation Patterns

Section 4: Influences on Climate  
- Lesson 1: Natural Factors That Affect Climate  
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Natural Factors That Affect Climate  
- Lesson 2: Basic Human Impacts on Climate  
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Basic Human Impacts on Climate

Section 5: Introduction to Climate Change  
- Lesson 1: The Greenhouse Effect Explained  
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: The Greenhouse Effect Explained  
- Lesson 2: Simple Experiments to Demonstrate Climate Concepts  
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Simple Experiments to Demonstrate Climate Concepts


Module 5: Earth Science Investigations: Hands-on Projects

Section 1: Designing an Experiment  
- Lesson 1: Formulating a Scientific Question  
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Formulating a Scientific Question  
- Lesson 2: Planning a Field Investigation  
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Planning a Field Investigation

Section 2: Field Data Collection Techniques  
- Lesson 1: Conducting a Rock Collection Activity  
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Conducting a Rock Collection Activity  
- Lesson 2: Collecting and Recording Weather Data  
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Collecting and Recording Weather Data

Section 3: Analyzing Your Data  
- Lesson 1: Organizing Field Data for Analysis  
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Organizing Field Data for Analysis  
- Lesson 2: Creating Simple Charts and Graphs  
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Creating Simple Charts and Graphs

Section 4: Creative Science Projects  
- Lesson 1: Building a Mini Weather Station  
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Building a Mini Weather Station  
- Lesson 2: Designing a Rock and Mineral Display  
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Designing a Rock and Mineral Display

Section 5: Presenting Your Findings  
- Lesson 1: How to Present Scientific Data Clearly  
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: How to Present Scientific Data Clearly  
- Lesson 2: Writing a Simple Science Report  
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Writing a Simple Science Report