Solving the Pangaea Puzzle

The third graders were provided with a tension engagement to start our Planet Earth unit of inquiry. They were given a set of Pangaea cutouts and they were instructed to work collaboratively in their groups to put the puzzle together without being told what the pieces represented. They were quick to identify the pieces as continents but struggled in the process of putting it together as they know the continents are not all connected. However, with discussion, perseverance, determination and some guidance both groups managed to put the puzzle together. Then we had a discussion about Pangaea and scientists discoveries of how the continents looked millions of years ago. It was a great start to our new unit.

The Challenge... 

 Celebrating Success!!!

Continents

& Oceans

In the Media Centre the students used BrainPop to learn about the continents and oceans. They watched a video which gave a definition of these elements of the Earth and identified the continents and oceans of the world. Following this they completed interactive activities to test their understanding and reinforce their learning.

Technology Aids Learning