Grades: K-5, with adaptations for older students
Duration: 4 Weeks

Introduce young rockhounds to the wonders of geology and fossils! This unit explores the types of rocks, the rock cycle, and the history of Earth through fossil evidence, engaging kids with interactive, science-based activities and explorations.

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Highlights of the Unit:
Rock Cycle & Types of Rocks: Discover igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks and how they’re formed.

Mineral Identification: Use scientific tests like hardness and streak tests to identify minerals.

Fossil Formation: Learn about fossils and what they reveal about Earth’s history.

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​Make Your Own Supplemental Kit

• Rock, Mineral & Geodes with Identification Sheet

• Rock & Mineral Game Set

• Pocket Microscope

• Rock Tumbler Kit

• Rock Painting Kit

• Fossil and Gemstone Dig Kit

• Geode "Break Open" Kit

• Geology Themed Coloring Book

• Mohs Hardness Test Kit

  • Includes: Streak Plate, Glass Plate, Dropper Bottle, Magnet, Nail, Copper Square & Retractable Hand Lens​

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This geology kit transforms students into young geologists, encouraging them to investigate rocks, create their own fossils, and explore Earth’s history hands-on.