Earthquakes Science Investigation Booklet Hands-On Lab & Vocabulary Activity

Description

What Concepts and Skills Are Covered:

• Earthquake vocabulary: Faults, landslides, tsunamis, plate tectonics, seismographs
• Causes and effects of earthquakes
• Understanding the construction and destruction caused by earthquakes
• Why and where earthquakes occur most frequently
• How to simulate and observe an earthquake using an interactive lab

What’s Included:

• Differentiated reading comprehension sheets (low and high level)
• Text-dependent questions to develop critical thinking
• Earthquake simulation lab with step-by-step instructions
• Critical thinking and writing prompts
• Tabbed booklet printables (color and black & white versions)
• Google Slides version for digital completion
• Teacher and student directions
• Answer keys for easy grading

Why Grab This Resource?

This Earthquakes Science Investigation Booklet is a perfect blend of hands-on science and interdisciplinary learning. Students not only learn about earthquakes but also practice reading comprehension, critical thinking, and scientific observation. Use it in science centers, as a whole-class lesson, or for individual projects. With its low-prep format, this resource is ideal for saving time while delivering high-quality, standards-aligned content.

Looking for a fun and educational way to teach earthquakes? Grab this resource now and give your students an unforgettable science experience!