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Burke Museum

Burke Museum: Birthstones: Myths and History

For Students 9th - 10th
As part of the Burke Museum's site on Geology, this page details the birthstones for each month and discusses both the myth and the history behind birthstones.
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International Colored Gem Association: Birthstones

For Students 9th - 10th
This site will identify your birthstone based on a particular birth date and provide information on that gem. More information can be learned about that gem, and others, in their Gem Library.
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Vocabulary University

My vocabulary.com: Weddings

For Students 9th - 10th
This page has a variety of vocabulary puzzles and activities using 23 vocabulary words pertaining to weddings. It also provides an extensive vocabulary word list on the topic, anniversary presents by year, and a birthstone list by month.
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Icga: Jade

For Students 9th - 10th
This thorough site covers the history of jade along with how jade is sold and used today.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Ruby (Gemstone)

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Wikipedia encyclopedia gives a definition and information on hardness, value determination, and natural versus artificial rubies. Links are provided throughout for additional information on related subjects.
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Gem Hut: Zircon

For Students 9th - 10th
This commercial page gives information about the physical properties of zircon, its appearance, and where it can be found. Includes pictures and tables.
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Gems Brokers: Zircon

For Students 9th - 10th
Properties, myths, and facts of zircon are depicted in this commercial site.
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Icga: Peridot, Extraterrestrial Gem

For Students 9th - 10th
Site provides many fun facts about the gem peridot, including information on its history and physical and metaphysical properties. Also provides a picture of the gem itself.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Aquamarine and Maxixe

For Students 9th - 10th
Article on the mineral beryl with a section on aquamarine, which is a variety of beryl.
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Gem Hut: Moonstone Gemstones

For Students 9th - 10th
This commercial site gives a brief description of moonstone with pictures of finished stones.
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Curated OER

Missouri State Flower

For Students Pre-K - 1st
An image of the Missouri State Flower.

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