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Changing the Shape of Land

From Generation Genius

Changing the Shape of Land
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Summary

Learn how erosion can change the shape of land by moving pieces of the earth from one place to another. See examples in our fun science video.

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All ages

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Teaching resources

Discussion questions

A few questions to talk through after watching Changing the Shape of Land:

  1. What did the video show about changing the shape of land that surprised you?
  2. What is one question you still have after watching?
  3. Where have you noticed changing the shape of land in the world around you?
  4. How could you test or observe part of this yourself?

Quick work-a-long

Try it:

  • In one sentence, tell a neighbor what changing the shape of land means.
  • Draw or write one example of your own, then check it against the video.
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