Tag: earth science for kids
Tectonic Plate Facts For Kids
What Are Tectonic Plates? Tectonic plates are defined as Earth’s outer layers that are made from large pieces of solid rock. Have you ever felt the ground beneath your feet shaking? It can occur because of an earthquake, which happens due to pieces of solid rock (plates) always shifting around. These plates fit together like…
Geosphere Facts for 5th Graders
What Is the Geosphere? – Definition for 5th Graders The geosphere is defined as the solid layers that create the Earth. Think about how significantly different molten rocks and minerals are from the sand on the beach and the rocks that you collect-all of these materials create the geosphere. Geosphere Facts for 5th Graders What…
