Curated OER
Diamonds
In this math puzzle worksheet, students review the grid shown to locate a number of hidden diamonds. Then they determine the positions of each of the diamonds in the grid. Students also find the number of adjacent squares that...
Curated OER
Learning Diamonds
In this shape recognition worksheet, students practice drawing diamonds by tracing the diamonds and then printing some on their own. Students pick out the diamonds from the shapes and color them.
Curated OER
Shape, Color, and Number Match
In this shapes and colors worksheet, students solve and complete 8 different problems that include matching numbers, shapes, and colors. First, they use the guide at the top of the sheet to match the number to the correct color. Then,...
Curated OER
Periodic Table Puns Answer Key
In this chemistry worksheet, students identify various puns to assist them in memorizing the numerous elements of the Periodic Table and their symbols. There are 44 to memorize on the sheet.
Curated OER
A Few Minerals
In this geology worksheet, students locate thirty-two mineral terms in a word search puzzle. Answers to the puzzle are available in various formats.
Curated OER
Rhombi
Students examine the rhombi or diamond shape and compare it to the square. Students are challenged to create as many flat rhombus shapes as possible and develop a definition for the rhombus shape in 20 minutes while working in teams of...
PBS
Pbs: The Notorious Hope Diamond
A great site about the history, and alleged curses, behind The Hope Diamond. Pictures of its various owners throughout history, and even a timeline of the diamond's existence. Very interesting! Be sure to use the "Education," link on the...
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: Africa: Explore the Regions: Southern Africa
Explore this informative and interesting site about South Africa. Learn about the geological wonders, bountiful natural resources, and the racial tensions that rule this region. In this site, you will also explore the people, economy,...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Aging Diamonds?
In this video from Nature, geological detectives use ancient diamonds to learn more about Earth's inner layers. [1:42]
BBC
Bbc News: The Angolan Conflict
A compilation of reports covering Angola's civil war includes information on various topics such as: landmines, diamonds, oil and guns, and more. The audio versions seem to be out of date.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: See Inside a Diamond: Hot Science
Investigate the science involved in the creation of diamonds by building a carbon atom out of quarks and electrons. Observe how carbon atoms are arranged by manipulating a diamond crystal.
PBS
Pbs Frontline: Jewel of the Amazon
Description of what the discovery of diamonds and the ensuing black market and illegal mining has done to the Amazon Basin of Brazil.
Other
Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism: Crater of Diamonds State Park
Diamonds in Arkansas? Yes! Find out who first found them, where, and how this State Park was ultimately created.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Angola: Economy
An interesting look at the economy of Angola focusing primarily on its vast petroleum reserves and oil production. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Sierra Leone: Economy
Find out about the tremendous potential in the mining sector of Sierra Leone's economy. The recent civil war has played havoc with the economy, but find out how Sierra Leone is trying to recover. Information is from the U.S. State Dept....
Web Elements
Web Elements Periodic Table: Carbon
A very nice summary of key data on carbon, along with information of historical value and uses and applications of carbon compounds. Very helpful.
Read Works
Read Works: Hard Minerals
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas and the diamonds visitors can find there. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: The Splendor of Diamonds
Describes past exhibition of some of the finest gems in the world, this collection of precious diamonds includes several rare and valuable stones.
Amethyst Galleries
Amethyst Galleries: The Mineral Diamond
This resource provides information on diamonds, such as physical characteristics, and physical properties.
Jewelry Central
Jewelry Central: Diamond
Discusses in detail the grading of diamonds, as well as briefly discussing their structure, physical properties, and historical background. Accompanied by clear illustrations.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Diamond Formation
An expert describes the carbon composition of diamonds, as well as the conditions necessary for diamond formation in this video segment from Nature.
Open Door Team
Open Door Web Site: Britain and the Scramble for Africa
Briefly describes Britain's motivations for imperializing African regions. Includes the text of a speech given by Lord Cruzon entitled, "The True Imperialism."
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Sierra Leone: Geography
A graphic showing the various aspects of Sierra Leone's physical environment. Find out about the climate, terrain, natural resources, and environmental concerns. Information is from the CIA World Fact Book.
InterKnowledge Corp.
Inter Knowledge Corp: Exploring Botswana
InterKnowledge Corp provides a brief look at the location, climate, geography and culture of Botswana in southern Africa.