Apprentice November

 Geology:  A study of the earth's physical structure (land) and the forces that act upon it (erosion and such) and it's history.

 

Genesis 1:10 And God called the dry land Earth; and the gathering together of the waters called he Seas: and God saw that it was good.

 

Study/Learn
Begin memorizing the Eureka Scripture (found on the Eureka calendar page).
 

Watch Video on Elements, understanding that everything on earth is made up of elements.

(I painstakingly watched a lot of videos on the subject, and chose the most entertaining.  You're welcome.)  Take three of the most common minerals, write down their uses, and Google which elements they are made up of.

 

Watch: Video on Erosion

As you watch the video, pay attention to the three main forces that affect the landscape.  Go outside and see if you can see this at work.  Look at mountains, side of the road, your yard.  It's everywhere really.  Write it down so you can share with us.

 

Watch: How Glaciers are Formed

Read: How Glaciers Affect Land

Make a few drawings as you read and then go outside and look at the mountains around you.  Do any of the shapes on the mountains look like what you read and drew?  Did you see any fjords, moraines, glacial erratic's, cirques, horns, etc.?
 

Read: The Glacier on Mt. Timpanogos Jon and I hiked on the glacier when it had the crevasses.  Scary stuff, and OH SO COOL!!!

Go to: Rock Cycle
Across the top are  different headings.  Go to each page.  I don't love that there is a virtual rock collection, instead of a real one.  But, the time of year that it is doesn't allow much rock hounding.
There is so much information on these pages; all I want you to know about rocks!  Take notes.  Make sure you understand it through and through!

Define "rock" and "mineral."  How are they different? 

 

 Know/Understand

Take one part of geology that you have learned about and show us how it relates to the principle, "The Buck Stops Here."  You can make a poster, write a poem, write a story, or any other CREATIVE method of demonstrating your learning.  Be prepared to show us in class. There are a zillion things you could do, but here is an example: (Don't do the one I came up with.  It is just an example. Create your own!)

 

Make a poster:
Print a few pictures of regular old  rocks.
Print pictures of rocks after they have been metamorphosed (undergone extreme heat and pressure).

Compare the heat and pressure to trials in our lives.  I might show on my poster how, when we take responsibility, the rocks changed, and compare to the change that takes place in our character.  I might even use personal examples of how the heat and pressure, or trials, in my life have shaped me.  I could take it further and demonstrate my knowledge of glaciers and how they affect the landscape.  I might take pictures of mountain ranges around me, print them out, label what each type of glacial form is called.  I might compare this to people in my life and how important they have been in shaping who I am.
Bottom line:  We want quality!  Just scribbling a few things on a piece of paper isn't what we are going for.  I want you to show me that you understand. 

 

Become:
Hopefully you have thought a lot about the forces that have shaped the world in which you live.... everything right around you!  So much has happened over however long the earth has been in existence.  The question is, what are you going to do now?  This is your time.  Your life.  The buck truly stops here!  Journal  your thoughts regarding what you are to do with this gift. 

 



Journeyman November

Study/Learn
Watch the video Map Distortions
Watch the video Why Every World Map is Wrong
Watch the video World Map Without Distortion
The total time for these three videos is about 7 minutes.  Notice the two viewpoints as to why there is distortion on maps.

Read and understand the info on Earthquakes 

Much of this will be review, but some info might be new to you.  When you finish reading the article, go back and ask yourself ALL of the questions that are contained as the headings to make sure you understand.
What is an earthquake? What causes an earthquake and where do they happen? Etc, Etc.

There are different waves that occur during an earthquake.  Study these by reading and taking notes, or drawing pictures of the four types of waves shown at Earthquake Waves.

Watch the vid Volcano 

Know/Understand (Do BOTH of these things)
1. Ask your mom and dad what you can do to help prepare in case of a natural disaster and then do it.  Ask them specifically if they have emergency  kits in their cars.  Pack food, water, source of heat, light source, etc. You may want to Google for ideas on how and what container to pack it in.  Our family's problem is that we eat/drink what we store in the car within days every dang time.  Put a lock on it? :)

Does your dad have an emergency kit at work?  Ask him if he would like you to put one together for him.

What else does your family need for preparedness?  72 hour kits? 

2. Teach a FHE lesson on earthquakes (what physically occurs), how to prepare for one, and what to do if/when there is one.  If you have little kids in your house be very sensitive to how scary it can be.  The idea is to inform not traumatize :)  You can use the Utah Geologic Society booklet that Summer and Adrianna brought to Vanguard History.

Become
Each and every one of us sees the world through our own pair of "glasses" that have been colored or shaded by our experiences. Because of this we will all have "distortions", which means that the way we perceive life may not be 100% accurate. Add Satan, the Master of Distortion in the mix, and it is no wonder we all struggle! What distortions are you experiencing in your life?  In your relationships? This week, pay attention to the times you feel negative emotion, because negative emotion is a signal that there is a lie/distortion that we believe.  Journal what you are feeling.   See if you can find truth to replace the lie/distortion.

Master November

Study/Learn

Read the Longitude Prize

I hope you enjoy this book. I did!  Fascinating! 

Know/Understand
-As you read, look for ways in which the principle "The Buck Stops Here" was applied.
-What was Harrison's motivation for creating a machine to measure longitude?
-How did he react when others did not agree with his design?
-What was interesting about the personalities of the characters?
-At one point the author said that Harrison did not learn from a master, and had he done so he would not have been able to imagine a clock such as the one he made.  He would have done as he was taught.  Does formal learning stifle ingenuity?  What do you think? Can we think outside the box after learning others' discoveries.
-Certain parts of the book may need to be read and re-read to gain understanding of how they attempted to measure longitude and latitude.  Make sure you put in the time to really understand.
-I will have a Vanguard student lead the book discussion.  Be prepared to do that in case it is you!

Become and Serve
What are your life goals?  What did you learn from Harrison in the book Longitude Prize that you would like to emulate as you strive to achieve your goals?  Are there any roadblocks or challenges that you anticipate?  How will you handle those while applying the principle, "The Buck Stops Here?"