Project Launch - Introduce the 'Geological Detective Challenge' where students work in teams to identify and solve mysteries about past earthquakes using historical data and rock formation clues (15 min)

Team Formation and Material Gathering - Students form teams and collect simple materials like clay, cardboard, straws, and rubber bands to model tectonic plate movements (10 min)

Brainstorm Session - Facilitate a lively discussion where students brainstorm real-world problems related to earthquakes and plate tectonics, encouraging curiosity and engagement (20 min)

Plate Tectonics Exploration - Students use clay and cardboard to create models of tectonic plate movements and visualize their effects on landforms (25 min)

Peer Collaboration - Teams collaborate to refine their models, sharing ideas and solutions to improve the accuracy and representation of geological processes (20 min)

Rock Formation Investigation - Students examine rock formations and fossils, identifying evidence of past geological events to support landscape change explanations (20 min)

Interactive Mapping - Using simple maps and markers, students plot the locations of historical earthquakes and correlate them with tectonic plate boundaries (25 min)

Earthquake-Resistant Design - Students design and construct models of structures using everyday materials that can withstand seismic activity (25 min)

Reflection and Feedback - Teams present their models to the class, receiving peer feedback on design choices and effectiveness in addressing seismic challenges (20 min)

Narrative Video Planning - Students storyboard their narrative video illustrating the journey of a tectonic plate with animations and voiceovers (25 min)

Essential Question Discussion - Facilitate a discussion on how studying past geological events helps predict and prepare for future landscape changes (20 min)

Reflection Session - Students present their tectonic plate journey narratives to peers, receive constructive feedback, and reflect on communication and collaboration skills (45 min)

Diorama Construction - Students create dioramas of landforms affected by tectonic activity, demonstrating changes over time using clay and recycled materials (30 min)

Written Explanation - Students write detailed explanations of the geological events depicted in their dioramas, focusing on cause and effect (15 min)

Gallery Walk Preparation - Students prepare for a gallery walk by finalizing their dioramas and explanations, ensuring clarity and engagement (20 min)

Gallery Walk - Students participate in a gallery walk, viewing peers' dioramas and explanations, and providing feedback based on geological evidence (25 min)

Essential Question Discussion - Students engage in a discussion on how studying past geological events helps predict and prepare for future landscape changes (20 min)

Earthquake-Resistant Structure Design - Students design models of earthquake-resistant structures using cardboard and rubber bands, considering real-world constraints (25 min)

Exhibition Setup - Students set up their interactive exhibits simulating earthquake-resistant structures for peer and guest presentations (15 min)

Exhibition Presentation - Students present their structures using shake tables to test resilience, explaining design choices and solutions to seismic challenges (30 min)