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DISCUSS:

Before we go any further, I’m curious to hear your ideas.
Do you think it’s possible for a volcano to pop up where you live? Why or why not?

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DISCUSS: This map shows other volcanoes in the world. Look for other patterns in those volcanoes. Can you use those patterns to predict where new volcanoes might form?

volcanoesonworldmap

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volcano

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a high area of land with an opening where lava flows or explodes out from

lava

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liquid rock that flows or explodes from a volcano

erupt

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when lava quickly comes out of a volcano

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basalt

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a type of rock formed when thin, fast-moving lava cools and is usually very dark in color

map

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a picture that represents the features of a place

pattern

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something that happens again and again and again in a way that can be predicted

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predict

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to guess what will happen based on things you know

volcanologist

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a scientist who studies volcanoes

active volcano

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a volcano that is erupting or that is likely to erupt in the future

extinct volcano

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a volcano that is not likely to erupt in the future

Image & Video Credits

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Lesson Image

Llaima eruption by Urbatem2 , used under CC BY-SA

city of Temuco by Claude Cobar , used under CC BY-SA

Exploration

lava flowing by HUGEFloods.com , used under CC BY

lava burning branches by News World , used under CC BY

Hawaii volcano lava by BigIslandHikes , used under CC BY

Roxbourne Park by Ewan Munro , used under CC BY-SA

stromboli by Steven W. Dengler , used under CC BY-SA

team of mules by unknown

ground cracks by Rémih

volcano fissure by activistpost , used under CC BY

Paricutin by K. Segerstrom, U.S. Geological Survey

lava flows by RBM

building on mountain by Fernando De la Torre , used under CC BY-SA

Mount Yasur by Eten over Zee , used under CC BY

Mt. St. Helens crater by R. P. Hoblitt

collecting lava by R.L. Christiansen

crater by MONUSCO Photos , used under CC BY-SA

lava sampling by USGS

Trimble Knob by Raph Levien , used under CC BY

Activity

ducks by Arne List , used under CC BY-SA

pencil by Charm

red pencil by Tom Ahearn

Other

split rocks by Rosino , used under CC BY

Credits

“We did this lesson with our second graders, and they felt really empowered that they were able to do a fourth-grade lesson. They loved it and were able to come to great conclusions and have some meaningful discussions.”

“Since we live in Southern California, my students were both excited and concerned about the possibility that a volcano could occur in our area. The collection and analysis of data was very meaningful and engaging.”

“Kids had a great time graphing the volcanoes! We talked about how this was similar to graphing coordinates in math. That connection was so awesome! They were able to identify the ring of fire and actually used the terminology "ring" during our discussion, before the video mentioned it! We had a blast! And even better, I got to sit back and do enjoy the lesson with the kids! The video considered every aspect of the lesson and it was so thorough! Thank you! ”

“LOVED IT!!!!! It was fascinating and amazing. Kids were super engaged and excited about it. I LOVE how it was laid out. I thought it was amazing in every way and have been highly recommending Mystery Science to my colleagues. Thank you for the fantastic resource!!”

“My students were instantly absorbed into the lesson. They showed enthusiasm throughout because their curiosity was piqued. They really wanted to know whether or not a volcano could pop up in their backyards. ”

“My kids loved it and I loved that it had a coordinate grid connection, opportunities to talk about earthquakes and continental drift, and an engaging lesson, videos, and activities. I modified it so that all of my 4th graders completed all of the plots. I also did one and posted my complete one as students finished theirs. Not everyone finished completely, but it was naturally differentiated and everyone got a lot out of the lesson without anyone waiting for others to finish!”

“My students LOVED the videos, working together as teams to create their maps, and seeing the world map come together in the end. We had been learning about mapping in Social Studies, which provided some helpful background skills.”

“The students loved the up-close images and video of lava. They also were interested to know that lava rocks have been found as far away as Virginia. We live in Louisiana, so that tells us that one day, a volcano MIGHT pop up near us. We loved learning about the "RING OF FIRE!" We liked watching the volcano erupt and learning about the lava being visible through a crack in the ground. -Mrs. Spivey's 4th grade class Bossier City, LA”

“The students were amazed to learn that they live IN the Ring of Fire, and that a volcano could definitely pop up near them. It was very engaging.It was excellent training in map skills and coordinate graphing.”

“We have been on a Volcano kick every since- watching docu-dramas about Pompeii, interviewing family that witness Mount St Helens and even watching a "true story that hasn't happened yet" regarding Yellowstone. I especially loved that they "figured out" the ring of fire before expliciting being told about it- and that it corresponds to the earthquake zones we are familiar with being from Southern CA. ”

“Plotting the coordinates to create the Ring of Fire. We had recently read a passage on maps that talked about this place. Many students were able to make the connection before the completion of the lesson. ”

“I loved that everything was ready for me, I just had to copy and go! :) I also liked that everything comes in chunks, that aren't too short or too long. The kids loved that they got to work cooperatively, and that they watched short video clips. ”

“The difference between what the kids thought about a volcano popping up in their yard at the beginning of the lesson, and at the end was phenomenal. Plus, they could explain their thinking! They also did well with the mapping activity. I love how the program lists the required materials and how many copies to make too!”

“I liked that everything was included in the presentation, even the timer! The videos were interesting to the class and the directions were very clear. It is helpful that their are videos/visuals that go along with the directions. I'm so thankful for Mystery Science! ”

“I love how the lesson incorporated map skills with science skills. The kids really enjoyed finding the patterns of where volcanoes occur and being able to answer the question of "could a volcano pop up in your backyard?"”

“I actually had to take a 5th grade class for an hour on Friday afternoon. We had already finished their Web of life unit so we had a one off lesson about volcanoes. They were very interested and enjoyed the lesson. Thanks.”

“Lesson went well, the kids had to look for patterns...thinking was involved, kids were engaged in the learning. I teach 3rd graders and this was a fourth grade unit, but the kids did great and they loved it.”

“I taught this lesson to two 3rd grade classes. We had already been studying rocks and the rock cycle, so they knew that one type of rock comes from volcanoes. This was a great extension on those lessons. They also did an amazing job mapping out the volcanoes.”

“My 2nd grade students loved the real life videos, the lava experiment and graphing the volcanoes. I felt like my students learned more about volcanoes than I could have taught due to my Mystery Science lessons. They were super engaged! Thank you!”

“We really enjoying the mapping activity for this lesson and forming the "Ring of Fire." It helped my children to see clearly that volcanoes form in groups near the coast. We enjoyed the story of the Paricutin Volcano as well as the optional extra videos on Paricutin and Southern California's Salton Sea. My children have a better understanding of why volcanoes form where they do. ”

“The kids really enjoyed doing the mapping. We team teach so we have a big class of 52, it was noisy but all were on task and had no problems figuring out how to do it as the videos are so clear!”

“We had lots of fun with this lesson. My son (9 yo) was really drawn into the video and loved mapping the volcanoes. This led him to draw a life cycle of volcanoes and to do further research on volcanoes in Canada (where we live). Great stuff. :D”

“I used it with my second grade class to expand our unit on landforms and fast and slow land changes. Therefore, some of the questioning was challenging for them, but it was still very successful. A similar unit geared for second grade would be amazing, but unitl then, this was just what we needed ;]”

“My class loved to learn about the Ring of Fire. We talked about it before this lesson but when they got to do the activity, they were really excited. They enjoyed the visuals and I loved the graphing part and how it connects science and math together.”

“Students love the connection of can a volcano pop up in your back yard! They loved seeing where the volcanoes were found. I was almost amazed how they automatically found the ring without any prompting. They loved it and felt like real scientists. ”

“This activity went very well with my math lesson on ordered pairs. My class quickly saw the ring the volcanoes formed. We also talked about the volcanoes in the middle of the ocean, and how they are now Islands.”

“You have done a great job with the stories you provide which hooks the students. The videos are perfect in length and great visuals. It was fabulous to integrate math and science with the coordinate graphs. The students loved to write about whether they would or would not want to live in a specific place where a volcano could possibly "pop" up!”

“My class loved the story of Paricutin and how a volcano really did pop up in someone's "backyard". I thought the mapping activity was very engaging and the icing on the cake was having partnerships bring their maps together to "discover" the ring of fire. Superb lesson!”

“I home-educate my daughter. She's 11 and was totally absorbed in the lesson in a way she isn't normally as she generally finds science boring. I think the best part is the whole way it is presented, the way it is interactive, you can move at your own speed, the instructions are very clear and so is the teaching. And they're guided to find the answers for themselves which makes it fun. We really enjoyed it and look forward to the next one today!”

“The kids making great connections to knowledge they already had. The best part specifically for me was having everything already prepared. Nothing beats having a lesson already created with great material and all I had to do was make some copies!”

“My class is always attentive during videos, but it was great to see 100% engagement during the work phase. Plotting points on the map was a new thing for them, but they really got into it, and were amazed to see the pattern when they were all put together. Keep the mysteries coming! ”

“Just taught the first lesson and the kids loved it. They loved mapping the volcanoes and "seeing" the volcanoes of the world. The videos were perfectly segmented and allowed for great pacing for 9s and 10s.”

“The students loved doing the volcano mapping activity. Watching my students, even ones reading way below grade level, able to access the lesson and draw generalizations about the location of volcanoes was truly amazing.”

“The kids loved the guided instruction, cool videos, and putting their maps together. I loved that it required them to analyze the map and make conclusions regarding volcanic activity and plate boundaries.”

“The students thoroughly enjoyed finding the pattern (Ring of Fire) as they plotted where the volcanoes were on the world map. They came up with their own questions for further research just because this lesson sparked their interest. Very authentic learning experience.”

“The opening hook captured everyone and opened up a slew of questions. I actually had to reign them in and tell the kids we'd get to all the questions in good time, but first we needed to figure out a few facts about volcanoes.”

“The directions were clear. The students like the speakers voice and his intonations. The video was entertaining, and the worksheets and activity was easy to follow. My students are hooked on Mystery Science. :)”

“The step by step videos and clear directions from video and on worksheet. It really helped with a simple assignment such as "15 second to choose an Announcer and Mapper". That simple classroom management instruct helped so much to make sure pairs were working together and being productive. ”

Volcano Discoveries worksheet	1 per pair
Volcano Discoveries Answer Key teacher-only resource	1 per class
Volcano Mapping printout	1 per 8 students
Volcano Mapping Answer Key teacher-only resource	1 per class
Colored Pencils We suggest using red colored pencils or crayons because they are the color of volcano lava. Crayons also work.	Details 1 pencil per pair

Could a volcano pop up where you live?

volcano

lava

erupt

basalt

map

pattern

predict

volcanologist

active volcano

extinct volcano

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Could a volcano pop up where you live?

volcano

lava

erupt

basalt

map

pattern

predict

volcanologist

active volcano

extinct volcano

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Activity Prep

Prepare Volcano Discoveries Printouts

Display Maps (Optional)

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40 mins

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Vocabulary

Unit Reading

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