What is a volcano?Learning Objectives -

To be able to write a detailed description of the two types of volcanos and describe a

volcanos main features.

Lesson outcome –To be able to build a model of

the 2 types of volcanos and describe its main features to a

partner.

Structure of a Volcano.

Magma chamber

Secondary vent

Main Vent

Volcanic Bombs

Crater

Secondary cone

http://news.discovery.com/games/volcano-explorer.htm

What should I aim for by the end of the lesson?

Level 4C – 4B

Describe a composite volcano

Describe a shield volcano

Describe the basic structure of a volcano.

My SPaG still needs a little work. Written in full sentences but lacking structure

Level 4A – 5C

Describe a composite volcano

Describe a shield volcano

Draw a diagram of both

Describe using keywords the structure of a volcano.

My SPaG will be of a good standard. Written in full sentences with some structure.

Level 5B – 5A

Describe in detail a composite volcano

Describe in detail a shield volcano

Draw a diagram of both

Describe using keywords the structure of a volcano and explain what the key features of a volcano are.

My SPaG will be very good.

Written in full sentences and well structured.

Learning Objectives - To be able to write a detailed description of the two types of volcanos and describe a volcanos main features.

Task 1

• Each pair in your group has a different type of volcano.

• You need to pick out the key features of this type of volcano and fill out your sheet.

• You also need to draw a diagram.

Level 5B – 5A

Describe in detail a composite volcano

Describe in detail a shield volcano

Draw a diagram of both

Describe using keywords the structure of a volcano and explain what the key features of a volcano are.

My SPaG will be very good.

Written in full sentences and well structured.

Task 2

• Teach the pair opposite about your volcano.

• Explain in detail.

• Complete your sheet

Level 5B – 5A

Describe in detail a composite volcano

Describe in detail a shield volcano

Draw a diagram of both

Describe using keywords the structure of a volcano and explain what the key features of a volcano are.

My SPaG will be very good.

Written in full sentences and well structured.

Task 3

• Write the number of the description that matches each of the features of an erupting volcano.

• Write a description for number 8

Level 5B – 5A

Describe in detail a composite volcano

Describe in detail a shield volcano

Draw a diagram of both

Describe using keywords the structure of a volcano and explain what the key features of a volcano are.

My SPaG will be very good.

Written in full sentences and well structured.

Task 4

• Complete you sheet.

• Use the tick grid to self assess as you complete.

Level 5B – 5A

Describe in detail a composite volcano

Describe in detail a shield volcano

Draw a diagram of both

Describe using keywords the structure of a volcano and explain what the key features of a volcano are.

My SPaG will be very good.

Written in full sentences and well structured.

What level have you achieved?

Level 4C – 4B

Describe a composite volcano

Describe a shield volcano

Describe the basic structure of a volcano.

My SPaG still needs a little work. Written in full sentences but lacking structure

Level 4A – 5C

Describe a composite volcano

Describe a shield volcano

Draw a diagram of both

Describe using keywords the structure of a volcano.

My SPaG will be of a good standard. Written in full sentences with some structure.

Level 5B – 5A

Describe in detail a composite volcano

Describe in detail a shield volcano

Draw a diagram of both

Describe using keywords the structure of a volcano and explain what the key features of a volcano are.

My SPaG will be very good.

Written in full sentences and well structured.

Learning Objectives - To be able to write a detailed description of the two types of volcanos and describe a volcanos main features.

Build a model of a volcano and put on

your table.Write a description on your post it note and stick it on the board.

Add as much detail as you can

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Homework

• Choose an active volcano (or at least one that has erupted in the last 20 years or so)

• Find out its name and where it is – I will send you a world map to move a X to the right spot.

• Find out which sort of volcano it is – shield, composite or cinder cone

• Find out 4 other things about it

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Suggestions for your other 4 things

• A picture of your volcano• Geographic setting:

– Is it on an island or in a mountain range? – Is it near towns or cities or is it isolated

• When did your volcano last erupt? – what do you know about it?– Was the eruption hazardous to people? What happened?

• If the volcano erupts again, what are the possible hazards? Does it pose a threat now?

• What are 2 cool facts about your volcano?• What is a question you still have about your volcano?