The Rock Cycle Review Chart: Science - Year 6

This Year 6 science worksheet focuses on reviewing the rock cycle through a diagram completion activity. Students are provided with a word box and are asked to use these words to label a diagram of the rock cycle. The exercise reinforces key concepts related to the formation and transformation of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.

Classroom Use Suggestions
Introduction and Review: Begin with a quick recap of the rock cycle, emphasizing the processes that transform rocks from one type to another, such as melting, cooling, weathering, erosion, compaction, and heat and pressure.

Diagram Completion Activity: Pair students up and provide them with the worksheet and word box. Have them work together to place the correct terms in the appropriate places on the rock cycle diagram. This collaborative activity can help reinforce their understanding and encourage discussion.

Class Discussion: After students complete the diagram, review the answers as a class. Go through each part of the rock cycle and ensure that students understand the processes and how they connect.

Hands-On Learning: If possible, incorporate hands-on materials, such as rock samples or models, to provide a tangible reference for the different rock types and processes. This can help students better visualize and understand the abstract concepts.

Group Presentation: Ask student pairs to present one part of the rock cycle to the class, explaining the process and the type of rock involved. This encourages public speaking skills and reinforces their understanding through teaching.

Follow-Up Quiz: Consider following up the activity with a quiz or worksheet that includes both diagram completion and multiple-choice questions. This will help assess students’ retention and understanding of the rock cycle.

Extension Activities: For advanced students or those interested in exploring further, suggest researching specific rocks or geological formations that illustrate the rock cycle processes, and presenting their findings in a report or presentation.