by Samantha Subject(s) Science Social Studies Language Arts Technology Objective(s) Students will identify major geologic events in Yellowstone National Park and mark their relative occurrence throughout time. Material(s) Geologic Timeline Worksheet Events in Yellowstone Natural History Worksheet Scissors Glue Background Geologic forces have shaped and continue to shape the Yellowstone region. Several volcanic eruptions, glaciations, and the existence of a glacial lake have helped to mold Hayden Valley. Procedure The instructor will 1. Provide students with a copy of the Geologic Timeline Worksheet and Events in Yellowstone Natural History, scissors, and glue. 2. Have students cut out the icons representing major events in Yellowstone's geologic past. 3. Have students glue the icons in the proper locations on the timeline as they complete the electronic field trip and discover the dates of occurrence. 4. Encourage students to share and compare their results after completing the electronic field trip. 5. Lead a discussion about the immense scale of geologic time. Assessment(s) Worksheet Extension—Connecting Past Geologic Events with Physical Evidence National Science Standards for Grades 5-8 NS.5-8.4 National Social Studies Standards for Grades K-12 NSS-G.K-12.3 NSS-G.K-12.6 National Language Arts Standards for Grades K-12 NL-ENG.K-12.8 National Technology Standards for Grades K-12 NT.K-12.1 NT.K-12.3 NT.K-12.6 Funding for this trip was provided by Canon U.S.A., Inc., through The Yellowstone Park Foundation. Web server services are funded through generous grants to The Yellowstone Park Foundation. Home | Curricular Materials | Ask An Expert | Evaluation | Contact Us ©The Yellowstone Park Foundation 2003 Privacy Disclaimer | Freedom of Information Act