NASHVILLE (AP) — Gov. Bill Haslam has proclaimed October 12-18 Earth Science Week in Tennessee.

The week will be used to promote the role that geology and other earth sciences play in the state's safety, health, welfare and economy.

As part of the week, Earth Science toolkits will be distributed to science teachers across the state.

The toolkits will include resources and reading materials, as well as activity calendars, field notebooks, posters and more.

For more information about Earth Science Week, visit www.earthsciweek.org.