CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Mineral Formation
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Learn about the process of mineral formation.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Minerals: Formation and Groups Study Guide
Understand the main ideas behind mineral formation with this study guide.
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Ck 12: Earth Science: Mineral Formation
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] How minerals form.
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Ck 12: Earth Science: Mineral Groups
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] How to classify different types of minerals.
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Ck 12: Earth Science: Mineral Identification
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Classifying minerals based on physical characteristics.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Mineral Groups
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] How to classify different types of minerals.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Mineral Identification
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Classifying minerals based on physical characteristics.
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Ck 12: Earth Science: Minerals
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Defines the properties of a mineral.
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Ck 12: Earth Science: Minerals
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Defines the properties of a mineral.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Earth: Our World in Motion
This resource is a place for learning all about the Earth--the Earth's layers, its history, rocks and minerals, and interesting Earth science facts and discoveries. Explore, ask questions, find information, and meet American Museum of...
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Earth Science
Resource for earth science review, with the following topics covered: composition of the Earth, mapping, rocks and minerals, weathering, and earthquakes. Includes a collection of online quizzes, review materials, old exams, and references.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Uk Geological Society: Earth Science Education Network: Resources K 16
Scientifically based information on Kentucky's geology and mineral and water resource from the Kentucky Geological Surveys.
San Diego Natural History Museum
San Diego Natural History Museum: Mineral Matters: Mine Games
Learn about minerals and have fun, too, playing Sedimentary, My Dear Watson, Knowledge Nuggets, Mining for Minerals (Interactive), and Minerals Matter. Downloadable features.
American Geosciences Institute
American Geosciences Institute: Earth Science Week: Gold Panning
Have students simulate the Gold Rush by panning for gold in the classroom.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Engineering for the Earth
Young students are introduced to the complex systems of the Earth through numerous lessons on its natural resources, processes, weather, climate and landforms. Key earth science topics include rocks, soils and minerals, water and natural...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Geological Stresses Study Guide
Understand the basics of geologic stresses in this study guide.
Utah State Office of Education
Utah Science: Rocks & Minerals
A unit on rocks and minerals presented with interactive and classroom activities. Gain understanding of rocks, weather, erosion, earthquakes, and relative dating with this resource.
BBC
Bbc Schools: Ks2 Bitesize: Science: Materials: Rocks and Soils
Save Earth from the evil villain who is draining all the life from it. Following the activity, read more about rocks and soil, and then take a quick quiz to check for understanding.
Other
Mineral Resources for Teachers
Provides general information on minerals as well as discussing some of their practical uses, such as fire works and makeup. It also has some interesting activities and games for teachers to use to make learning about minerals more...
Math Science Nucleus
I. Science Ma Te: Integrating Science, Math and Technology
This site offers a wealth of online textbook-related materials that encourage the discovery of science in the world around us. Enter the site to access material on specific topics. Each section contains reading material (complete with...
Ducksters
Ducksters: Earth Science for Kids: Rocks, Rock Cycle, and Formation
Kids learn about the science of rocks and the rock cycle. How different types such as igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic form from minerals with the help of nature.
Other
New Mexico Bureau of Geology & Mineral Resources: Lite Geology
Lite Geology is a publication for teachers that is available intermittently and can be freely downloaded. Previous issues going back to 1992 are also posted. Lots of information about geology, particularly in New Mexico, along with...
US Geological Survey
U.s. Geological Survey: Search
The U.S. Geological Survey offers information for teachers and students interested on Earth Science research. Contains references to general information as well as current research and events.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Ore Deposits
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] How valuable minerals and metals are found and determined to be profitable.