Earth Science is the study of Earth’s land, water, air, and living systems. Through inquiry learning, students explore natural processes such as weather, volcanoes, earthquakes, and the water cycle by asking questions, testing ideas, and connecting science to daily life. This method encourages curiosity and problem-solving while helping learners understand the planet they live on. By observing nature, analyzing data, and creating models, students build a deeper awareness of environmental challenges and possible solutions. In this way, Earth Science becomes not just a subject—it becomes a pathway to caring for Earth’s future.
🟢 Starter
- Draw and label the layers of the Earth.
- Collect three types of rocks and compare them.
- Create a diagram of the water cycle.
- Write three sentences about why the Sun is important for life on Earth.
- Observe clouds for one day and draw their shapes.
- Compare sand, clay, and soil with touch and sight.
- Write down two facts about volcanoes.
- Collect leaves and describe their differences.
- Draw a simple map of your neighborhood.
- Write three questions you have about earthquakes.
- Compare day and night temperatures for two days.
- Create a fact card about a famous mountain.
- Write three sentences about why oceans matter.
- Make a list of natural resources found in your area.
- Draw a river and show where it begins and ends.
- Write one reason why recycling is important.
- Compare how plants grow in sunlight versus shade.
- Observe a puddle and describe what happens after two days.
- Collect three pictures of animals that live underground.
- Write down why air is important for humans.
🟡 Practice
- Create a poster explaining the rock cycle.
- Compare the weather of two different seasons.
- Write a paragraph about how earthquakes affect people.
- Research one famous volcano and present facts.
- Create a small experiment showing soil erosion.
- Compare renewable and nonrenewable resources.
- Write about how the Moon affects tides.
- Make a weather journal for one week.
- Design a model of a mountain range.
- Research how fossils are formed.
- Write a paragraph about why water conservation matters.
- Compare the climates of two countries.
- Investigate what happens to plants without water.
- Write down three causes of air pollution.
- Draw and label the parts of a volcano.
- Create a chart of different types of rocks.
- Write about how glaciers change landscapes.
- Research how earthquakes are measured.
- Create a short play about the water cycle.
- Write three paragraphs on how humans affect the environment.
🔴 Challenge
- Write an essay on the importance of protecting Earth’s resources.
- Debate whether humans can stop climate change.
- Create a model of plate tectonics with clay.
- Research how tsunamis are caused and their effects.
- Write a report about renewable energy sources.
- Create a presentation about the greenhouse effect.
- Research how scientists predict volcanic eruptions.
- Compare deserts, forests, and oceans in detail.
- Write a persuasive speech about recycling.
- Research how deforestation changes ecosystems.
- Create a 3D model of the layers of the Earth.
- Write a diary entry as if you were a drop of water.
- Research the role of earthquakes in shaping landscapes.
- Compare natural disasters in two countries.
- Write about how humans can prepare for hurricanes.
- Debate whether space exploration helps Earth science.
- Research how mining affects the environment.
- Create a campaign to raise awareness about pollution.
- Write a detailed explanation of how carbon cycles through Earth.
- Propose three solutions to reduce global warming.