Smithsonian Rock And Gem Dig

Brand: Smithsonian
SKU: TS-7394
UPC: 042409520468
Ages: 10








Description/Features

Chisel away at a sand block as you excavate six individual rocks, minerals, and five gemstones. Learn how different rocks form and the difference between rocks and minerals. Use the magnifying glass to inspect your samples. Then, identify minerals based on hardness, cleavage, color, streak, and luster. Read more about how rocks form, the difference between rocks and minerals, and how to identify minerals in the STEM poster.

  • Excavate 6 rocks and minerals and 5 gemstones.
  • Learn how to identify minerals.
  • Learn the difference between rocks and minerals and learn how they form.
  • A fun way for kids to learn about geology!
  • Ages 10+