Science - Earthquakes And Volcanoes

Science time!  We are going to be learning all about earthquakes and volcanoes.  This is an important topic for all New Zealanders to understand.  We don't have much time, so we are going to cram in as much learning as possible over the next three weeks!

Here is a list of the big ideas we'll be learning about:

• The Earth is very old and is continuously changing.
• Earth’s landforms are the result of natural processes.
• Landforms are continuously being built up and broken down through the process of tectonics and volcanism.
• The outer layer of the Earth is called its crust.  The crust consists of tectonic plants which are in constant, gradual motion.
• If we understand the processes that have formed our environment, we will be better able to protect our Earth in the future.

Check out this wonderful video - a great introduction to our topic!