Geologic Time Scale

In class we performed an activity that involved the geologic time scale. We used a blank piece of paper to draw out each era and period within to get a better visual of just how long each one was and after wards we wrote out notecards based on the eras and periods to get a better understanding of what life on earth was like during these times. Because of this activity I was able to discover when the first plants emerged, different forms of life such as land animals and fresh water fish. I was able to write down what the vegetation was like and how the continents were moving causing the climate to change. The activity was a great representation that Earth is always changing.  I thought that this was a very educational hands on activity I can see myself using in my future classroom. Now only was it fun and challenging but I now have very good study tools for the exam !