Mini Me Geology Blog » Geology / Earth Science http://www.minimegeology.com/blog Rocks for Kids, Teachers, Parents and Homeschoolers Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:00:25 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 The Fascinating Bay of Fundy http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/2012/01/24/the-fascinating-bay-of-fundy/ http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/2012/01/24/the-fascinating-bay-of-fundy/#comments Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:00:25 +0000 tracyb http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/?p=812 The Bay of Fundy is a geologically fascinating location in North America. I visited the bay in summer 1990 with my college geology department from Furman University. The Bay of Fundy is located along the eastern coast of North America in the provinces of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia in Canada and on the northern side of the Gulf of Maine. You can go here to see a map of the Bay on Google. I visited the Bay of Fundy during a college field trip and found the formation of the area fascinating. The bay is along the Atlantic Ocean and is subject to dramatic tidal changes. The photo at left shows an area of the Bay of Fundy at low tide. You can see people walking along the low area.  Keep Reading

]]> http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/2012/01/24/the-fascinating-bay-of-fundy/feed/ 0 http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/2012/01/18/805/ http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/2012/01/18/805/#comments Wed, 18 Jan 2012 15:05:06 +0000 tracyb http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/?p=805 Dinosaurs include some of the largest land animals ever to roam the Earth. The Age of Dinosaurs began approximately 245 million years ago. A mass extinction 65 million years ago ended the reign of these creatures. Some dinosaurs were as small as today’s dogs and chickens, while others stood over five stories tall. Scientists believe that large dinosaurs were able be reach their massive sizes due to a huge metabolism. Read more.

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]]> http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/2011/12/21/last-day-for-express-shipping/feed/ 0 Use ID Accessories to Test Your Minerals http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/2011/12/17/use-id-accessories-to-test-your-minerals/ http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/2011/12/17/use-id-accessories-to-test-your-minerals/#comments Sat, 17 Dec 2011 12:21:53 +0000 tracyb http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/?p=786 A geologist uses tools to help them identify the names of minerals in their collection. Streak plates test the powdered color of a minerals. White plates test dark minerals and white streak plates test light colored minerals.

Hand lenses, or magnifiers, help you see details of your mineral and rock samples. Our hand lenses have two different powers for excellent views. You can see the fine details as you examine the cleavage planes of your augite or the inclusions in a quartz crystal.

]]> http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/2011/12/17/use-id-accessories-to-test-your-minerals/feed/ 0 Metamorphic Rocks Tell A Story http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/2011/12/17/metamorphic-rocks-tell-a-story/ http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/2011/12/17/metamorphic-rocks-tell-a-story/#comments Sat, 17 Dec 2011 12:01:26 +0000 tracyb http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/?p=791 Metamorphic Rock SlateMetamorphic rocks form when sedimentary or igneous rocks changes form. The change occurs when the original rocks are exposed to high heat or pressure when the rock is buried deep below the land surface. This change can tell a geologist about the history of an area giving us insight into the formation of the land around us.

We have a wonderful selection of metamorphic rocks that make great additions to any collections. Give the gift of science this holiday season with metamorphic rock samples!

]]> http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/2011/12/17/metamorphic-rocks-tell-a-story/feed/ 0 Geodes are fun for all ages http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/2011/12/16/geodes-are-fun-for-all-ages/ http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/2011/12/16/geodes-are-fun-for-all-ages/#comments Fri, 16 Dec 2011 12:26:39 +0000 tracyb http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/?p=782 Fun Crack-Your-Own-Geodes make great gifts. Cover each geode with a sock or towel and hit gently with a hammer until the rock breaks open. Uncover the geode pieces for dazzling display of crystals!

Each geode is approximately 2″ to 5″ in diameter. Adult supervision required. Best for ages 6+ with adult supervision for children. Due to heavy shipping weight, this item only ships by Priority Mail.

]]> http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/2011/12/16/geodes-are-fun-for-all-ages/feed/ 0 Junior Rock and Minerals kits http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/2011/12/15/junior-rock-and-minerals-kits/ http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/2011/12/15/junior-rock-and-minerals-kits/#comments Thu, 15 Dec 2011 12:35:50 +0000 tracyb http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/?p=776 No, these are not just for little kids, they are smaller versions of our deluxe kits for any age. These fun kits in a tube are perfect for introducing science to both young and old alike. Each kit is only $19.99 and comes with 10 samples and an identification flyer.

You can store everything in the tube when you are done! Choose from minerals, igneous rocks, sedimentary rocks and metamorphic rocks. Shop today for My Rockin’ Collection Junior!

]]> http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/2011/12/15/junior-rock-and-minerals-kits/feed/ 0 Deluxe Rock and Mineral Kits http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/2011/12/13/deluxe-rock-and-mineral-kits/ http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/2011/12/13/deluxe-rock-and-mineral-kits/#comments Tue, 13 Dec 2011 12:13:52 +0000 tracyb http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/?p=767 Our original kits are still a best seller. These deluxe My Rockin’ Collection rock and mineral kits are available in minerals, igneous rocks, metamorphic rocks and sedimentary rocks. Each kit has 10 or 15 samples, and hand magnifier and identification cards. The mineral kit also includes a white and black streak plate for sample testing.

You can purchase each kit individually or save $10 when you purchase a full set. Prices for individual kits range from $34.99 to $39.99. Ages 6 through adult.

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We have a nice selection of specialty crystals for the avid collector. Choose from aragonite clusters, fluorite octahedrons, twinned staurolite, grossular garnet, gypsum roses, ulexite, iceland spar calcite, galena, quartz and herkimer diamond quartz.

Prices range from $4.50 to $19.99. Perfect for any age over 3. However, galena is only approved for ages 13+.

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