Types of Rocks

We have spent a lot of time looking at different rocks and minerals, but I wonder how each type of mineral or rock is made? Do you know? We are going to go on a little scavenger hunt to see if we can find the answers.

On a piece of paper, re-write these questions on a piece of paper and answer them in complete sentences. This means RQIA!

1. What are the three types of rock?
(The three types of rock are...)

2. How are each of these rocks made?
(_______ rocks are made...)

3. Find two examples of each type of rock, and be sure to give the specific names.
(Two examples of _________ rocks are...)

Use these resources to help you find your answers.

1. Types of Rocks BrainPop Video

2. How is each rock formed? Click here to find out!

3. Pages 242 - 243.

4. Pages 246-248.