Resources

From field trip ideas and subsidies to print materials and audio-visual resources, you’ll find lots here to connect rocks, metals, minerals, and mining to your Earth science curriculum.

Field Trips
Take advantage of Mining Matters field trip ideas as well as subsidies for field trips to stone, sand and gravel, mining, and geoscience venues.

DVDs / CDs / Videos
Bring variety to Earth science lessons with audio- visual resources.

Posters
Brighten your classroom with eye-catching, informative posters that relate rocks, minerals, and mining to daily life.

Articles
Browse articles archived from previous newsletters.

Drill Bits
Read articles that focus on particular rocks and minerals.

Publications
Examine publications about rocks, metals, minerals, and mining.

Rock & Mineral Clubs/Shows                
There are lots of rock, mineral, and gem collecting clubs in Canada. Encourage students to join one or go to a rock and mineral show in your area.


Educators Info

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