Assignment: Dynamic Changes in Earth's Surface 8.ESS.4 Assignment

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5 activities: 5 games

87 min

Activity 1: Instructional Game. Estimated duration: 17 min

Mission Expedition

Oh no! All of the data about geologic time periods has been erased! We need to gather information about eons, eras, and periods. Can you help recover it? To do so, you will have to dig through the past and uncover history to put the pieces back together. Make sure you pay attention because there is a quiz at the end!

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Teacher Ratings (64) 3.7 stars.

Student Ratings (12250) 3.1 stars.

Activity 2: Instructional Game. Estimated duration: 17 min

Mission Expedition

Oh no! All of the data about geologic time periods has been erased! We need to gather information about eons, eras, and periods. Can you help recover it? To do so, you will have to dig through the past and uncover history to put the pieces back together. Make sure you pay attention because there is a quiz at the end!

Ratings

Teacher Ratings (64) 3.7 stars.

Student Ratings (12250) 3.1 stars.

Activity 3: Instructional Game. Estimated duration: 15 min

Adrian's Fossil Collection

Adrian is a mole, who likes to explore and loves to learn. He is very curious about fossils and how to find them. This is why he works in a mine where he can explore and collect rocks, shells, bone, impressions, molds and tracks.

Ratings

Teacher Ratings (12) 4.3 stars.

Student Ratings (1107) 3.0 stars.

Activity 4: Instructional Game. Estimated duration: 18 min

Fossil Hunter

Finally, the day has arrived for your very first archeological dig! You need to help Ellie find fossils and return them to their proper place in the Geologic Time Scale! You will quickly discover you have a lot to learn as you start your fieldwork. Advance through the training sites to score energy points that you can use to assist you in digging up valuable fossils. Are you ready to dig in?

Ratings

Teacher Ratings (119) 4.3 stars.

Student Ratings (19295) 3.4 stars.

Activity 5: Instructional Game. Estimated duration: 20 min

ExcavAge: A Dig to the Past

Dive into an exciting journey through Earth's history with Rob in this puzzle game! As you dig through layers of terrain, you'll uncover hidden fossils and other surprises. Each level takes you deeper into the past, requiring you to choose the best strategy and tools for each situation. This fun and interactive game is perfect for curious minds of all ages, enhancing logical thinking skills as you unearth the mysteries of our planet!

Ratings

Teacher Ratings (22) 4.5 stars.

Student Ratings (13250) 3.8 stars.