{"product_id":"educational-insights-complete-rock-mineral-fossil-collection-educational-science-kits-for-kids-classroom-rock-collection-geology-kit-stem-sets-and-gifts-for-boys-and-girls-ages-8","title":"Educational Insights Complete Rock, Mineral, \u0026 Fossil Collection - Educational Science Kits for Kids, Classroom Rock Collection, Geology Kit, STEM Sets and Gifts for Boys and Girls Ages 8+","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e.aplus-img{display:block!important;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0!important;max-width:100%!important;height:auto!important;line-height:0!important;font-size:0!important;vertical-align:top!important}.aplus-img+.aplus-img{margin-top:0!important;margin-bottom:0!important}.aplus-wrap{line-height:0!important;font-size:0!important;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;display:block!important}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"v-about-wrap\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!-- DBG1_A_descLen=4344 --\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/json\" id=\"about-details-data\"\u003e{\"59415808311377\":\"\u003ch4\u003eAbout This Item\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul class=\\\"about-this-item\\\"\u003e\u003cli\u003eAuthentic rocks, fossils, and minerals, for study and fun\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIt contains 57 specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIt includes five - color identification charts, self - adhesive labels, storage trays, and information guides\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIt features large, beautiful, handpicked specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eHold a 70 - million - year - old fossil in your hand\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable class=\\\"product-overview\\\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eImportant information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ch5\u003eSafety Information\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch5\u003eDirections\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch4\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv class=\\\"product-desc\\\"\u003eProduct Description \u003cp\u003e Bring Earth science to life with the Complete Rock, Mineral, and Fossil Collection from Educational Insights! This geology kit for kids ages 8-12 allows young scientists to examine assorted rocks, minerals, and fossils up close and hands on. Kids will study a wide variety of specimens, from an ammonite and shark tooth to obsidian, marble, quartz, pyrite, and more. Each rock kit and the mineral kit includes 12 specimens, while the fossil kit includes 9 specimens, for a total of 57 samples to observe, compare, and classify! Hands-on STEM learning tools turn abstract science into observable concepts that strengthen key skills such as curiosity, attention to detail, and the ability to compare and contrast. This kids science kit makes a great resource for classroom geology units and homeschool science, as well as a unique gift for budding geologists who love rock collecting! Educational Insights is the home of more nature kits and STEM toys for kids, GeoSafari science toys for toddlers and older, TikTok-viral brainteasers like Kanoodle, sensory compounds like Playfoam and Pluffle, and more! We work with parents and teachers to develop long-lasting products that help kids learn the skills they need through play they love. \u003c\/p\u003e From the Manufacturer \u003cp\u003e Dig into some serious fun with these fascinating rock, mineral, and fossil collection kits. Each collection features a selection of handpicked specimens, chosen for their color, texture, and beauty. Each kit also contains a 4-color identification chart, self-adhesive labels, handy storage tray, and an information-packed guide. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFrom the Brand\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/6f2179d0-c874-411e-9b5a-dd67aea2cde9.__CR0,0,1465,625_PT0_SX1464_V1___.png\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eHands-on Science Kits\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch5\u003eWhat types of rocks are included?\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis set comes with separate collections of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eWhat fossils will I get?\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fossil collection comes with the following specimens: ammonite, bryozoa, petrified wood, gastropod, fossil fern\/plant matter, crinoid stem, colony coral, shark\u0026#039;s tooth, and brachiopod.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eWhat minerals are included?\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe mineral collection features talc, limonite, selenite, fluorite, sulfur, calcite, pyrite, magnetite, vermiculite, hematite, quartz, and mica.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eDoes this come with a guide?\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes! Each collection comes with its own guide full of information on the corresponding rocks, minerals, or fossils.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eAre storage cases included?\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Each collection includes a color identification chart, labels, and storage trays to keep your specimens safe and organized.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eHow many total specimens are there?\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a total of 57 specimens, including 12 each of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks; 12 minerals, and 9 fossils.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCan this be used in the classroom?\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. This complete collection is an excellent addition to a geology unit in homeschool and traditional classrooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eWhat are the benefits of this set?\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eProviding real specimens to kids offers a genuine, hands-on experience that\u0026#039;s more effective than studying images in textbooks. They\u0026#039;ll build their scientific observation skills, practice categorization, and enjoy tactile learning that connects abstract concepts to real-life experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\"}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Educational Insights","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59415808311377,"sku":"B0013N8XBQ_MULTI","price":155.53,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/5958\/3313\/files\/81aV5qpnFlL._AC_SL1500.jpg?v=1779399672","url":"https:\/\/nexirou.com\/products\/educational-insights-complete-rock-mineral-fossil-collection-educational-science-kits-for-kids-classroom-rock-collection-geology-kit-stem-sets-and-gifts-for-boys-and-girls-ages-8","provider":"Nexirou's Educational Toys","version":"1.0","type":"link"}