The study of rocks is an essential part of studying the age and evolution of Earth. In Rocks, students will examine the characteristics of each of the major types of rocks: igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic. From stalactites and stalagmites to intrusive and extrusive rocks, students will examine how rocks are formed in this exciting program. A visit to Mammoth Mountain in California showcases the interesting rock formation known as the Obsidian Dome, while a fun, hands-on demonstration illustrates how different sized-particles of sediment settle out of water at different rates. Part of the Earth Science in Action DVD Series. A Teacher's Guide is included and available online. 23 minutes. Grades 5 to 8.
36" x 24" full color laminated poster.
Fossils were a mystery for thousands of years; then a few pioneering scientists realized that they were the remains or traces of once-living organisms.
Well-known bone-type fossils are actually rocks, the result of a process called mineralization in which minerals replace decaying tissue. This process is shown and explained. All of the other fossil types are also explored.
The rarity of fossils is dramatically presented, and strange things sometimes mistaken for fossils are identified. There’s an introduction to fossil expeditions and a summary of how fossils contribute to our understanding of the earth and life on it.
There is an especially helpful section on the relationships between fossils and geology. It covers the principle of original horizontality, the law of superimposition, the principle of faunal succession, the geological time scale, index fossils, relative dating, and absolute dating.
All of this is conveyed through detailed illustrations showing the processes, excellent photographs of representative specimens, and interesting and informative captions. This poster is a great aid to museum interpretive programs and is extremely beneficial in the study of both life and earth sciences.
36" x 24" full color laminated poster.
This is an outstanding rock identification chart! The introduction explains that each type of rock is the result of a specific mixture of minerals subjected to a clearly defined geological process. It shows and describes the most common rock-forming minerals and variations that occur within rock types.
The bulk of the poster is divided into three sections, one for each rock type: igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic. An illustration shows how they are made, and a photograph shows a natural formation. A dozen other photographs show representative specimens. Each is accompanied by an informative caption citing identifying characteristics and common variations.
A bonus section shows and explains some of the more specialized and popular rock forms, such as geodes, concretions, agates, and meteorites.
This is a great poster for earth science classes. Rock collectors find it invaluable for quick reference.
36" x 24" full color laminated poster. This is an outstanding rock identification chart! The introduction explains that each type of rock is the result of a specific mixture of minerals subjected to a clearly defined geological process. It shows and describes the most common rock-forming minerals and variations that occur within rock types. The bulk of the poster is divided into three sections, one for each rock type: igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic. An illustration shows how they are made, and a photograph shows a natural formation. A dozen other photographs show representative specimens. Each is accompanied by an informative caption citing identifying characteristics and common variations. A bonus section shows and explains some of the more specialized and popular rock forms, such as geodes, concretions, agates, and meteorites. This is a great poster for earth science classes. Rock collectors find it invaluable for quick reference.
This parameter is important in determination of the corrosive properties of water, caused by carbonates, bicarbonates as well as dissolved salts. Testing alkalinity is important in the treatment of drinking water, waste water, swimming pools, heating and cooling systems, food and beverage systems, and soil and environmental testing, as well as in agriculture, farming and fish farming. Includes 110 tests.
It’s time to start mixing things up! In this pretend STEM scenario, you are a chemist for a bath and body products company and it’s your job to make and test different cosmetic products. Use the tools in your laboratory to employ different scientific techniques and essential chemistry principles to make soaps and bath bombs. Try out different additives to affect the color, smell, and other qualities of the products you make.
Real science and pretend play come together in this activity-filled kit that can be used alone or as an extension of the Ooze Labs Chemistry Station (a Parents’ Choice Silver Honor winner!). As you mold different glycerin soap shapes, you learn about the chemical properties of soap that help it pick up and wash away dirt. While you’re concocting bath bombs, you learn about how acids and bases combine to form fizzing reactions, and what a pH level is. Expand your cosmetics knowledge with an overview of the biology of skin care and other science related to soap and bath products. All materials and chemicals are non-toxic.
Ages: 6+
Experiments: 10
Piece Count: 35
Manual Pages: 24
It’s time to have some yummy gummy fun with this awesome bubble gum making kit! Mix up your gum base and then sweeten it with sugar. Next, use the three included flavors to make your gum more delicious than ever. Choose from watermelon, orange, and classic bubble gum — or try them all! Finally, cut it up, package it, and label it with stickers to give away as gifts. While you make these yummy treats, you’ll also learn about the scientific properties of elastic materials. Food ingredients included.
Ages: 6+
Experiments: 5
Piece Count: 10
Manual Pages: 16
A sensational collection that reveals the varied geological specimens found in the United States. Collection includes specimens from each of the 50 States. The rock, mineral or fossil selected to represent that state is individually "keyed" for identification. The key also includes a useful fact and a geologic feature for each individual state. Specimen size 1" x 1" x 1". Grades 3-12. Ages 8-18.
A sensational collection that reveals the varied geological specimens found in the United States. Collection includes specimens from each of the 50 States. The rock, mineral or fossil selected to represent that state is individually "keyed" for identification. The key also includes a useful fact and a geologic feature for each individual state. Specimen size 1" x 1" x 1". Grades 3-12. Ages 8-18.
Minerals are not just black and white. Pink, yellow, green, and blue minerals in this collection show the many varieties of colorful minerals found in this world. Specimen sizes are approximately 1" x 1.5". Grades 5-12. Ages 10-18.
Minerals are not just black and white. Pink, yellow, green, and blue minerals in this collection show the many varieties of colorful minerals found in this world. Specimen sizes are approximately 1" x 1.5". Grades 5-12. Ages 10-18.
Included in this collection are rocks and minerals that break down to become the major components for soils. Samples of actual soils demonstrating texture and composition as end products are included. 15 specimens, 1" x 1/2", number-coded in a compartmented container. Soils packaged in plastic bags. Grades 5-12. Ages 10-18.
Included in this collection are rocks and minerals that break down to become the major components for soils. Samples of actual soils demonstrating texture and composition as end products are included. 15 specimens, 1" x 1/2", number-coded in a compartmented container. Soils packaged in plastic bags. Grades 5-12. Ages 10-18.
This collection includes examples of silicates, oxides, sulfates, phosphates and other major mineral groups as classified in Dana's Textbook of Mineralogy. 50 specimens approximately 1" x 1", number-coded in compartmented tray. Grades 6-12. Ages 11-18.
This collection includes examples of silicates, oxides, sulfates, phosphates and other major mineral groups as classified in Dana's Textbook of Mineralogy. 50 specimens approximately 1" x 1", number-coded in compartmented tray. Grades 6-12. Ages 11-18.
Contains 30 different minerals (5 of each sample) to be used with the taxonomic key contained in the lab manual. Students test for hardness, specific gravity, color, streak, and cleavage. Includes a Mineral Testing Kit which consists of a streak plate, glass plate, hand lens, magnet, acid bottle, nail, penny, and hardness scale. Grades 7-12. Ages 12-18.
Contains 30 different minerals (5 of each sample) to be used with the taxonomic key contained in the lab manual. Students test for hardness, specific gravity, color, streak, and cleavage. Includes a Mineral Testing Kit which consists of a streak plate, glass plate, hand lens, magnet, acid bottle, nail, penny, and hardness scale. Grades 7-12. Ages 12-18.
Students will learn to identify 12 common minerals by observation and testing of physical properties. Kit contains 1 lb. bag of mineral chips, forceps, streak plate, magnet and magnifier. 3 rock samples show how rocks are composed of small mineral chips. Includes Teacher's Guide and storage box. Grades 6-12. Ages 11-18.
Students will learn to identify 12 common minerals by observation and testing of physical properties. Kit contains 1 lb. bag of mineral chips, forceps, streak plate, magnet and magnifier. 3 rock samples show how rocks are composed of small mineral chips. Includes Teacher's Guide and storage box. Grades 6-12. Ages 11-18.
• New High-Demand Home Study Solution!
• Enhanced butterfly raising kit provides weeks of real world STEM learning at home
• Only kit that includes BOTH FREE caterpillars that ship for free!
• Ultra-Clear front facing viewing panel
• Large Tuck-Away Learning Panel highlights the stages of metamorphosis
• Flower shaped butterfly nectar feeder
• Feeding dropper
• Clear, comprehensive instruction guide
• 12 page STEM Journal, filled with learning and fun