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Illustration of interacting Earth systems.

Science

What Is Earth Science?

Explore the geosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere through everyday observations and interactions between Earth’s systems. Includes student and teacher PDFs and a 12-slide presentation in English and Spanish.

Middle 7th Grade

NGSS MS-ESS2-2 (primary) — Construct an explanation based on evidence for how geoscience processes have changed Earth's surface at varying time and spatial scales. TEKS 6.10A (primary) — Differentiate between the biosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and geosphere and identify components of each system. TEKS 6.4C (supporting) — Research and explore resources and STEM mentors to investigate STEM careers.

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