Junior Geologist Workshop
Embark on an exciting half-day expedition or a virtual journey into the fascinating world of geology with our engaging Junior Geologist Workshop! Tailored to Grade levels 4-6, this workshop offers an immersive learning experience that explores the rock cycle and the formation of rocks through their physical properties.
In-Person Junior Geologist (3-Hours):
In this engaging and exploratory half-day workshop, students will be introduced to the rock cycle and learn how the physical properties of rocks tell how they formed. They will learn about rocks and minerals as non-renewable natural resources, and how the properties of rocks and minerals determine how they are used.
Students will also learn about minerals as ingredients in rocks and how to identify minerals by their properties. All materials and tools required are provided by the presenter.
Workshop Length: 3 Hours - Morning Workshops only.
Cost: $10/student; minimum $250/workshop
Location: Schools in the Greater Vancouver Area
Virtual Junior Geologist (90-minutes):
In this 90-minute virtual workshop, students will have the chance for safe hands-on learning as they investigate the physical properties of rocks and minerals. Guided by MineralsEd Partner-Teachers, students will learn about the roles of minerals in everyday life, mineral resources in B.C., the rock cycle, and mineral identification. Students will also be able to practice making observations, predictions, and experiments - all part of the scientific process! This workshop is perfect for classes learning about Earth Science, rocks and mineral resources, and mining.
There are two programs to choose from:
- The Rock Cycle: minerals in everyday life, mineral resources in B.C., rock properties, and the rock cycle.
- Rocks and Minerals: minerals in everyday life, mineral resources in B.C, rock and mineral properties, and mineral identification.
Classrooms will receive a parcel from MineralsEd (via. Canada Post) including workbooks, rock and mineral sample kits, rock and mineral identification tools, and a teacher support package. By the end, your students will be Junior Geologists!
Workshop Length: 90-minutes
Cost: $5/student; minimum $120/workshop
Additional Workshop Details:
Curriculum Subjects: Science, Social Studies. Learn more about our supported big ideas curriculum and content.
Grade Levels: 4-6
Partner-Teacher Presenters: Andrea Eisler, Kate Gregory, Wanda Pickell
AV Requirements: Stable internet connection, computer, microphone, speakers, projector
Please do not register on behalf of another teacher. If you would like to book multiple workshops for your school please have each teacher submit the form or email info@mineralsed.ca. We reqiure a minimum of 4 weeks prior to your requested workshop dates.