Geology Exploration: Rocks, Minerals, Crystals & Fossils

Geology Exploration: Rocks, Minerals, Crystals & Fossils

Geology Exploration: Rocks, Minerals, Crystals & Fossils

Explore minerals, crystals, rocks, and basic chemistry in geology through specimen sharing, observation, and guided discussion.

Geology Exploration: Rocks, Minerals, Crystals & Fossils

Paid once.

Level
Beginner
Ages
8–12
Duration
40 min
Classes
1 / Week
Weeks
4

Class Experience

A hands-on geology class that centers on observing and discussing rocks, minerals, crystals, and fossils. Sessions include show-and-tell of student specimens, instructor demonstrations from a personal collection, and exploration of topics like mineral fluorescence, the Mohs hardness scale, crystal habit, and the relationship between chemistry and geology.

Learning Outcomes

  • Discuss and observe mineral and rock specimens collaboratively

  • Understand and test mineral hardness using the Mohs scale

  • Identify crystal habits and basic crystal structures

  • Explain connections between chemistry and geology

Learning Needs Support

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Prerequisites

Materials needed:

Bring along your specimen of rock, gem, crystal, or anything geology-related you'd like to share with the class. Students are not required to share a specimen as they may want to just explore and begin learning about this field.

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Meet your Instructor

Mrs. Aishwarya Nath

Joined August, 2026

4.8

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With over ten years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse specializing in cardiology and years in cardiac consulting, this educator brings a clinician's attention to detail and a passion for explaining complex systems simply. Lessons translate scientific curiosity into han…

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