BIG IDEA #1: Weather and erosion are different processes.
I CAN #1-1: I can explain the difference between weathering and erosion in a way that is accurate and that makes sense
to me.
I CAN #1-1 CHECKPOINT: I can explain the difference between weathering and erosion in a way that is accurate and that
makes sense to me.
1. Explain to another person the difference between weathering and erosion. Use accurate examples in your explanation.
2. Create an infographic that illustrates the difference between weathering and erosion. Use accurate illustrations,
descriptions, and examples in your infographic.
3. Complete the Weathering vs. Erosion Comparison Page independently or with your learning group.
4. Complete at least four Weathering vs. Erosion Caption Pages independently or with your learning group.
BIG IDEA #2: Liquid water can be an agent of weathering AND erosion.
I CAN #2-1: I can explain or model how liquid water can be an agent of weathering.
I CAN #2-2: I can explain or model how liquid water can be an agent of erosion.
I CAN #2-1 CHECKPOINT: I can explain or model how liquid water can be an agent of weathering.
1. Explain to another person how liquid water can be an agent of weathering. Use accurate examples in your explanation.
2. Create an infographic that illustrates how liquid water can be an agent of weathering. Use accurate illustrations,
descriptions, and examples in your infographic.
3. Complete the Weathering vs. Erosion Comparison Page independently or with your learning group.
I CAN #2-2 CHECKPOINT: I can explain or model how liquid water can be an agent of erosion.
1. Explain to another person how liquid water can be an agent of erosion. Use accurate examples in your explanation.
2. Create an infographic that illustrates how liquid water can be an agent of erosion. Use accurate illustrations,
descriptions, and examples in your infographic.
3. Complete the Weathering vs. Erosion Comparison Page independently or with your learning group.
BIG IDEA #3: Ice can be an agent of weathering AND erosion.
I CAN #2-1: I can explain or model how ice can be an agent of weathering.
I CAN #2-2: I can explain or model how ice can be an agent of erosion.