Rock and Minerals Web Quest

Introduction

What is a rock’s favorite ice-cream?  ROCKY road!   

What is a rock’s favorite song?  We Will, We Will, ROCK You!

Ok, ok, all jokes aside.  Would you like to learn more about rocks and minerals?  If you do, come along on my fascinating journey.  There are many things to see and learn about on this trip.  So, pack your bag and socks because we are going to learn more about rocks!

Task

Directions: Answer the following questions using the websites provided for each question (the titles are hotlinks). 

Process

Today, you will become a geologist.  A geologist is a scientist who studies rocks and minerals on the earth.  First you will take a journey to a Rock and Minerals Facts Museum in order to learn more about rocks and minerals.  Then you will go on a geological trip across the country.  You will discover a rock or mineral.  Finally, you will inform a panel of geologists about this rock or mineral that you have just discovered. You will present a mini report about this rock or mineral to the panel of reporters and geologists that are eager to hear about your discovery.