Rock Types [Earth Science] Card Sort

The Earth Science card sort is comprised of 3 cards for each for different rock types [an image, the name and fact]. Simply print [in colour or black and white] and then cut out the set of cards [laminate if you wish to make class sets]. Students then shuffle the cards and sort them into their correct sets.

Comes with two differentiated sets, one which identifies the rock group in the description [easier] and one which doesn’t [more difficult]], as well as 6 blank cards to add your own information or get students to make them.

Works great as a starter activity or plenary. Could also be used for concentration and snap.

**Rocks included: **

Sedimentary rocks

1. conglomerate
2. shale
3. sandstone

Metamorphic rocks

1. marble
2. gneiss
3. schist

Igneous rocks

1. granite
2. pumice
3. obsidian

**Cards included: **
➸ 27 colour cards [easier]
➸ 27 colour cards [more difficult]
➸ 6 blank cards

Clipart by:
The Painted Crow

Ron Leishman
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