Heaving & Thawing in the Classroom

Standard Rating Guide
  • References: the lesson only references the standard
  • Part: the lesson teaches part of the lesson
  • Assesses: the lesson teaches the standard thoroughly so that the standard can be assessed

Activity Description

Abstract: 1. In a simulation and by observation, students will see the effects of freezing on water. 2. Using a model, students will observe the effects of permafrost on soil.

Curriculum Book: Alaska's Tundra & Wildlife
Page number: 95

Age Groups

Kindergarten - 4th grade

Educational Standards

   Science D-2   Part
   Science C-3   References

Educational Topics

   Cold Temperature/Effects on the Environment
   Permafrost
   Tundra