This worksheet explains that rocks are made up of minerals and explains the different physical properties that can be used to identify different minerals.  Students can test their knowledge of rocks and minerals by answering the questions provided on the last page. Educational Value Statement Explains that rocks…

Students undertake a number of baking activities which demonstrate how igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks are formed. This resource is from our Science Rocks publication. To view Science Rocks, click here.   Australian Curriculum content statements Science: ACSSU153 (8) 

This fact sheet outlines the processes involved in the formation of sedimentary rocks which are accompanied by diagrams illustrating each step. Educational value statement Defines what sedimentary rocks are Explains how sedimentary rocks are formed Provides examples of the different types of sedimentary rocks Provides questions that can…

This fact sheet contains the details of significant mineral mines operating within Queensland including the mineral mined at each location and the where the mines are situated. Educational value statement Lists locations of mineral mines in Queensland Can be downloaded as a PDF file   Key learning objectives…

This fact sheet provides a concise explanation of the rock cycle accompanied by a diagram that illustrates the different processes that take place in the rock cycle. Educational Value Statement Defines what the rock cycle is Explains how rocks are constantly changing and moving Illustrates how different processes…

The Minerals Council of Australia is acknowledged as the provider of this resource. Undercover is the latest addition to the Down to Earth Series where students take on the role of environmental engineer. They undertake a virtual geology tour and interact with a team of regolith scientists, skilled…

Find out what minerals can be found in beach sands and why they are important to us. This is a PowerPoint presentation about sand minerals and the products derived from them. It deals with the origin and deposition of the mineral deposits, the properties of the minerals zircon,…

The Tasmanian Minerals Council is acknowledged as the provider of this resource. The ‘When we Mine’ booklet is designed for use from Kindergarten to Year 4 to assist student literacy and understanding of the minerals industry. In this pictorial reader, students are provided with a succinct overview of…