Geology of Haunted Landscapes Project

Unveil the mysteries of eerie landscapes with this Geology of Haunted Landscapes Project! This no-prep assignment invites students to explore the geological processes behind some of the world’s most legendary and haunted locations.

What’s the Task?

Students will:

• Investigate a haunted or mysterious landscape shaped by geological forces (e.g., erosion, volcanic activity, weathering).
• Analyze the geological history behind the landscape’s unique appearance.
• Explore legends, myths, or ghost stories tied to the location.
• Present their findings in a clear, engaging, and research-based format.

What’s Included?

• Student Project Guide – Outlines research expectations and key focus areas.
• Detailed Rubric – Provides clear grading criteria for students and teachers.

✨ This project blends science with folklore, enhancing research, critical thinking, and presentation skills—perfect for an engaging Earth Science or cross-curricular lesson!

What busy teachers like you have said:
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Rebecca C. says, “Started this resource for the October Season. Students were highly engaged and interested in doing research on different Haunted Landscapes!”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Emily H. says, “This activity was a combination of a hands-off activity for me, students learning something new, AND spooky stuff. It’s awesome!”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Megan W. says, “My students LOVED learning about landforms with this project. I used it to relate back to weathering and erosion. Kids were so engaged and loved learning about the history/haunted stories of a location”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Stephanie G. says, “I used this around Halloween in the fall semester and am already figuring out how to use it again in the spring semester with a new group of students – love this activity! Students enjoyed researching these haunted landscapes and connecting folklore to what we’re learning in earth science. Awesome resource!”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ EdCoach Network with Karen Au (TPT Seller) says, “This was awesome! I’m about to do a report with my kids where they will be describing landscapes and the need to prepare for natural disasters, and this activity was the perfect, fun scaffold to get them thinking about the geology of places. Thanks for making this, Jess!”

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