Includes the following:

• Step-by-step instructions for 2 Hands-On Activities

• Reading passage

• Rocks & Minerals Worksheet

• Rock Cycle Anchor Chart (Full color)

• 5 Assessment Questions

This lesson is aimed at teaching the basics of the rocks cycle through a hands-on modeling activity. Then students will explore real rocks using the characteristics provided. This lesson will have students learning hands-on in combination with reading comprehension and analysis.