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The Work of WaterScience · Earth & Space Science · Grades 6–8Lesson plan

How do water and rivers impact a landscape? Objective Students will be able to: • Construct a river model and observe the role water, erosion, and sedimentation can have in shaping the landscape. • Describe how sedimentary rocks form. Background This lesson plan is part of Work House, a Glacier National Park Science and Indian Education Program. It can be done as a stand alone lesson and activity or as part of the larger Work House Program. This activity gives the students a hands-on experience with the way water excavates, transports, and deposits material. Be familiar with erosion and backgr Duration: 60 Minutes Essential Question How do water and rivers impact a landscape? Objective Students will be able to: • Construct a river model and observe the role water, erosion, and sedimentation can have in shaping the landscape. • Describe how sedimentary rocks form. Background This lesson plan is part.

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