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Pet Rocks on Parade
Dateline: 04/16/98
Rock collecting is one phase of exploring the environment. Perhaps you have collected rocks on your travels and have placed them away and have forgotten about them. This is a good project for school where you and your classmates can show off your minerals and rocks.Supplies
- rocks and minerals
- dried grass
- leaves
- sticks
- egg cartons (cut into thirds)
- magnifiers
What to do
- Children bring rocks to school.
- Collect materials so that the children can create a home for the rocks. A natural "rock bed" might be dried grass, a nice leaf or two, and sticks.
- Once the rocks have homes, each child can take a turn tellling the rock's story. The story can be real or pretend.
- Place the rocks on display for continued sharing. Use magnifiers to take a closer look.
Want to do more?
Rocks can be grouped or classified. Compare them to other rock collections. Visit a geology display. How do the rocks change when they are wet? What are the different textures of the rocks?
More About Rocks and Minerals
Rock Collecting
Gander Academy Grade Five resources for rocks, minerals and mining.
Smithonian Gem and Mineral Collection
A nice collection of beautiful gems, complete with pictures.
Rock Collecting with the Irving Family
The Irving Family loves to collect rocks and has information about their hobby and lots of links to other rock and mineral sites.
Lately I have been getting many questions about science and nature. I enjoy helping you with your homework and projects. I have had some problems when replying. Often the message bounces back because of an error in the Email address. If you have a question you need answered, it is better to post it to the bulletin board. This way you will be sure to get your answer.
Science/Nature for Kids Bulletin Board
This project is from the book More Mudpies to Magnets. Publishers Gryphon House, Inc. were nice enough to let me share their articles with you. Please visit their website. They have some great books for kids!
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