30 MINUTES – GALLERY TIME
– Discuss the difference between a rock and a mineral
– Learn about the different properties of minerals
– Look at minerals and mining in Georgia

30 MINUTES – STORE 

30 MINUTES – LAB
– Define minerals and their varying properties
– Introduce how a mineral is classified
– Discuss Mohs Hardness Scale
– Test and identify mineral samples

30 MINUTES – GEM PANNING + CAREERS IN GEOLOGY

TAKE HOME ITEMS
– Keep the gemstones found in Gem Panning