Plate Tectonics

Use this fun simulation to teach magma flow and Earth’s tectonic plates. Made with our partners at BrainPOP.

Learn about the Game

At a Glance

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Playable at BrainPOP

About the Game

This vector field simulator allows kids to explore how magma flow creates forces that move the Earth’s tectonic plates. The game introduces kids to phenomena like volcanoes, earthquakes, and the formation of trenches.

Partners

We worked with our amazing partners at BrainPOP to create a collection of simulations for their teacher-ready science materials. Our BrainPOP simulations are aligned with Next Generation Science Standards for grades 6-12.

Teach with the Game

This simulation is available at BrainPOP. To play, go to (link).

Production Team

  • Executive Producer: David Gagnon
  • Producer: Sarah Gagnon
  • Creative Director: Sarah Gagnon
  • Software Development: Mike Tolly, Amelia Moser
  • User Interface: Eric Lang
  • Art/Animation: Emily Meredith Lewis, Eric Lang