Weathering & Erosion

After this lesson I will be able to...

• Explain the difference between weathering and erosion.

• Explain how the hydrosphere interacts and affects the geosphere.

Weathering is like nature's way of breaking down big rocks into smaller pieces over time. Imagine a big rock outside. Sunlight, rain, wind, and even ice can all work together to slowly wear away the rock. It's as if the rock is getting a bit crumbly.

It's like nature giving rocks a little makeover by breaking them into smaller bits.

​Weathering

Erosion is like nature's way of moving soil and rocks around. Imagine a little river or stream. When the water flows, it can pick up tiny bits of dirt and small pieces of rocks. It's like the water is giving them a little ride downstream. This moving and carrying away of dirt and rocks by the water is what we call erosion.

Erosion

​​https://youtu.be/R-Iak3Wvh9c?si=bZoHnodnzKtezrUy

The lesson has ended, I am able to...

• Explain the difference between weathering and erosion.

• Explain how the hydrosphere interacts and affects the geosphere.

Teachers, have students turn and talk with their elbow partners/ table members and explain the learning intentions. Students can share their discussions with the whole class.