Earthquake Briefing Teacher Guide
A comprehensive teacher facilitation guide for the 'Quake Quest' lesson, featuring a detailed 45-minute instructional timeline, discussion prompts, common misconceptions, and tips for hands-on earthquake simulations using crackers.
Tectonic Tension Slides
A visual slide deck explaining tectonic plate movements, friction, the buildup of stress, and the release of seismic energy during an earthquake. Features clear definitions of Focus, Epicenter, and wave types.
Fault Finder Worksheet
A student worksheet designed for the 'Quake Quest' lesson. Includes a diagram for labeling the focus and epicenter, a section for recording observations from the cracker simulation, and critical thinking questions about stress and friction.
Seismic Pulse Exit Ticket
A quick-assessment exit ticket for the 'Quake Quest' lesson. Features matching and multiple-choice questions to check student understanding of earthquake mechanics, focus/epicenter, and the role of friction.