Download Earth Science Mod E Unit 4 The Restless Earth - St. John

Dear Family Member,
Your student’s science class will soon begin studying the unit entitled “The Restless Earth.”
Our study of this unit focuses on the big idea and essential questions listed below.
Unit 4: The Restless Earth
Big Idea The movement of tectonic plates accounts for important features of Earth’s surface
and for major geologic events.
Essential Questions
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What are Earth’s layers?
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What is plate tectonics?
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How do mountains form?
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How do volcanoes change Earth’s surface?
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Why do earthquakes happen?
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How are seismic waves used to study earthquakes?
To stay up to date with our progress, ask often about what’s happening in science class.
One activity you can do together appears at the beginning of each unit
in your student’s science book. Look for the Take It Home feature
about local geologic activity at the beginning of Unit 4.
Thank you for your time and interest. Your participation in your student’s education is a
sure way to encourage learning!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Authement