Geology Rocks – Unit of Work (Stage 2, Stage 3)
Learn about the Earth’s layers, the rock cycle, how different landforms are formed & much more!
From soil texture to earthquakes, this unit covers many concepts about geology.
ACTIVITY OUTLINE:
Following the 48 minutes of videos & student activities, students will be able to:
> Describe the basic structure of the Earth, including its layers (crust, mantle, and core).
> Understand the rock cycle & the three types of rocks (igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic).
> Describe the processes of erosion, weathering, and deposition, and how they shape the Earth’s surface.
> Test soil composition and undertake types of soil tests run by scientists
> Showcase the role of plate tectonics in shaping the Earth’s surface and causing earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.
Includes 10 experiments to run in class plus student quizzes, a sample marking rubric, cross-curricular teaching ideas as well as Australian and USA curriculum outcomes and a risk assessment template.
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BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Fizzics Education
Event Details
Event Type
On Demand (available until: 21-Feb-2026 05:00PM)
Delivery Platform
Duration
Price
$39.95 one-time cost
or
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Curriculum
Primary
Syllabus Outcomes
ST2-10ES-S, ST3-10ES-S
Main KLA, Strand, Sub Strand
Science and Tech
Other KLAs
Science and Tech
Learning Intentions & Success Criteria
Following this class, a student will be able to:
- Describe the basic structure of the Earth, including its layers (crust, mantle, and core).
- Understand the rock cycle & the three types of rocks (igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic) and how they are formed over time.
- Identify the different types of landforms (mountains, valleys, plateaus, etc.) and how they are formed.
- Describe the processes of erosion, weathering, and deposition, and how they shape the Earth’s surface.
- Test soil composition and undertake types of soil tests run by scientists
- Identify the properties of minerals and how they are used in everyday life.
- Describe the importance of natural resources, including fossil fuels, metals, and minerals.
- Showcase the role of plate tectonics in shaping the Earth’s surface and causing earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.
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Presenter Bio
Ben Newsome founded Fizzics Education to deliver science education across Australia, having now reached 3 million kids since 2004. He is a qualified science teacher, 2013 Churchill Fellow, 2020 AMP Tomorrow Maker, 2015, 2016 & 2018 Australian Small Business Winner for Children’s Education Services, 2020 WSABE Outstanding Business Leader of the Year, 2019 Blacktown Business Person of the Year, and the receiver of both the 2023 University of Technology Sydney Chancellor’s Award for Excellence and the Faculty Award of Excellence for Science plus several Pinnacle Awards from the Center for Interactive Learning & Collaboration.
Ben is a board member for Educating 4 Leadership, is an advisory board member of the Center for Interactive Learning & Collaboration, an Ambassador for the Association of Science Education Technicians NSW and is part of the NSW Churchill Fellows Association committee. He is also the author of ‘Be Amazing! How to teach science the way primary kids love’ & the host of the FizzicsEd Podcast.
In 2012 Ben co-founded the non-profit Virtual Excursions Australia which has now grown to include over 40 major cultural institutions and departmental distance education managers, where together VEA members create collaborative video conference events and share tips and tricks on best practice. In 2015 he co-founded another non-profit called the Pinnacle Education Collaborative, a network of over 30 cultural organisations in North America that deliver virtual excursions to schools, retirement homes, remand centres and more.
He is also the author of ‘Be Amazing! How to teach science the way primary kids love’ & the host of the FizzicsEd Podcast.
Joining The Event
Technology and Materials Requirements
Internet device and screen with speakers to show the students the video.
Optional materials to have on-hand include soils of different types, flour, oil, water, paper, rulers, dental floss, pencil, playdough, liquorice allsorts or similar layered candy, bottles, freezer, plate, vinegar, bicarbonate soda, detergent, cups, red food colouring, rocks of different types, nail, coins, nail file, toilet paper roll, show, ball, metal washers, string, cardboard box, sharpie, sieves with different meshes & kitchen scale.
Connecting To The Event
You will receive a unique link to view the video and coursework once you have paid on the software platform.
If you have any queries please contact the provider
Name: Ben Newsome
Phone: 02 9674 2191
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.fizzicseducation.com.au/