III.
Science Unit of Study: Changes in the
Earth's Surface: Landforms and Oceans A.
Structure of the Earth's System
1. Landforms are the result of a combination of destructive and
constructive
forces.
a. Define constructive forces, which include crustal deformation, (folding and
faulting),
volcanic eruptions, and deposits of
sediment.
b. Describe how landforms are formed as a result of constructive
forces.
c. Locate and describe the characteristics of South Carolina landform regions
such as Blue
Ridge, Piedmont, Sandhills, Coastal Plains, and Coastal
Zone.
d. Model how constructive forces change the surface of the
earth.
e. Describe destructive forces, which include weathering and
erosion.
f. Describe how landforms change as a result of destructive
forces.
g. Model how destructive forces change the surface of the
Earth.
Language Arts
Standards Reading
Process and Comprehension 5.R1.3: Demonstrate the ability to make connections
between a text read independently and his or her prior knowledge, other texts,
and the world.
5.R1.4 : Demonstrate the ability to summarize and paraphrase
texts.
5.R1.5: Demonstrate the ability to analyze details in
texts. 5.W2.1: Demonstrate the ability to use
writing to explain and inform. 5.RS2.1: Demonstrate the ability to use
a variety of resources, including technology, to access
resources. 5.RS3.1: Demonstrate the ability to present his or her
findings in a variety of formats.
Visual
Arts Grades 3-5 1. Understanding and Applying Media, Techniques,
and Processes B. Use a variety of media,
techniques, and processes to communicate ideas, experiences,
and
stories through
their artworks.
Created by Brenda
Maxwell Technology Integration
Specialist Lexington School District
One Lexington
Intermediate School Saxe Gotha
Elementary bmaxwell@lexington1.net Last update 12/03
