Glaciers: Rivers of Ice (Part 2)

What You'll Learn

River systems shape the land over time. Young rivers have steep, V-shaped valleys. Mature rivers meander across floodplains. Old rivers have wide, flat valleys and deltas.

Key Words

mineral
climate

Materials Needed

plastic tray
magnifying glass
newspaper
spray bottle
cups

Safety First

Be careful with scissors — ask an adult for help if needed.
Do not look directly at the sun or bright lights.

Steps

Step 1 — Read

Read and learn: River systems shape the land over time. Young rivers have steep, V-shaped valleys. Mature rivers meander across floodplains. Old rivers have wide, flat valleys and deltas.

Step 2 — Do

Create a labeled diagram of what you built or observed.

Step 3 — Observe

Note any unexpected results.

Step 4 — Record

Share your findings with the class or a partner.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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