Earth Systems Activities

Investigate sphere interactions, water distribution, and environmental solutions through hands-on Earth science explorations.

Sphere Interactions

Water Cycle

Environmental Solutions

Systems Thinking

Activity 3.1: Sphere Interaction Detective Work

Students investigate how natural events demonstrate interactions between Earth's four spheres

2-3 class periods

Groups of 4-5

Sphere Interactions

Implementation Support & Safety

Water Safety Protocols

Use only safe, non-toxic materials for pollution simulation
Ensure proper ventilation when using any chemicals
Have spill cleanup materials readily available
Supervise all water handling activities
Provide aprons or old clothes for messy activities
Establish clear cleanup procedures

Community Partnerships

Contact local water authority for expert visits
Arrange field trips to treatment facilities
Partner with environmental organizations
Invite community members to share experiences
Connect with regional water management agencies
Collaborate with other schools on water projects

Assessment Strategies

Use photo documentation for process assessment
Create peer evaluation rubrics
Develop self-reflection questionnaires
Use before/after water quality comparisons
Include community feedback in evaluations
Document learning through video portfolios

Earth Systems Activities

Investigate sphere interactions, water distribution, and environmental solutions through hands-on Earth science explorations.

Sphere Interactions

Water Cycle

Environmental Solutions

Systems Thinking

Activity 3.1: Sphere Interaction Detective Work

Students investigate how natural events demonstrate interactions between Earth's four spheres

2-3 class periods

Groups of 4-5

Sphere Interactions

Implementation Support & Safety

Water Safety Protocols

Use only safe, non-toxic materials for pollution simulation
Ensure proper ventilation when using any chemicals
Have spill cleanup materials readily available
Supervise all water handling activities
Provide aprons or old clothes for messy activities
Establish clear cleanup procedures

Community Partnerships

Contact local water authority for expert visits
Arrange field trips to treatment facilities
Partner with environmental organizations
Invite community members to share experiences
Connect with regional water management agencies
Collaborate with other schools on water projects

Assessment Strategies

Use photo documentation for process assessment
Create peer evaluation rubrics
Develop self-reflection questionnaires
Use before/after water quality comparisons
Include community feedback in evaluations
Document learning through video portfolios

Earth Systems Activities

Activity 3.1: Sphere Interaction Detective Work

Activity Overview & Learning Objectives

Materials & Case Files

Detective Investigation Procedure

Assessment & Extensions

Implementation Support & Safety

Water Safety Protocols

Community Partnerships

Assessment Strategies

Earth Systems Activities

Activity 3.1: Sphere Interaction Detective Work

Activity Overview & Learning Objectives

Materials & Case Files

Detective Investigation Procedure

Assessment & Extensions

Implementation Support & Safety

Water Safety Protocols

Community Partnerships

Assessment Strategies