Summary
Ready to dig to the other side of the Earth? Not so fast! In this BrainPOP movie, Tim and Moby introduce you to the composition and structure of our home planet. Find out about the three layers of the Earth, the elements thought to make up those layers, and what’s really at the center (hint: it’s not gooey). You’ll also learn how scientists study earthquake waves to figure out what exactly that lies beneath our little feet! Pick up a shovel if you must, but don’t forget to stop for dinner!
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Ages 7+
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Teaching resources
Discussion questions
A few questions to talk through after watching Earth's Structure:
- What is one new thing you learned about earth's structure?
- Can you explain it to a partner in your own words?
- Where might you see this in the real world?
- What is one question you still have?
Quick work-a-long
Try it:
- Write one sentence explaining earth's structure.
- Draw or give one example of your own.