Tiny Wonders Lab•Science Activity Card•Chemistry
What Is Lava?
Ref: TWL-WHAT-IS-LAVA
Grade Level: 3-8
The Big Idea
Journey into the molten heart of a volcano to discover the secrets of lava. Learn how underground magma transforms as it reaches the surface, and how it cools to create brand new land.
Key Vocabulary & Concepts
#Earth#Chemistry
Hands-On Observation Checklist
1. Predict & Form HypothesisWhat do you think causes what is lava??
2. Explore Digital LabInteract with the simulation and note patterns.
3. Record Key FindingsWrite down 2 new facts discovered during the lab.
4. Explain to a PartnerShare your conclusions with a classmate or parent.
Teacher & Parent Discussion Starters
- Why is understanding what is lava? important in everyday real life?
- What variable or factor had the biggest impact when testing the simulation?
- How does this concept connect to another science topic you have learned about?
Tiny Wonders Lab — Interactive Science & Physics Exploration
www.tinywonderslab.com/wonders/what-is-lava