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Lesson Plan
Minerals Ed

Mineral Resources Education Program of Bc: Teacher Resources

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Teachers find resources connected to the minerals industry of British Columbia, including comprehensive units for all grade levels, with specific curriculum links to provincial curriculum, and integrated science kits.
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Website
Amethyst Galleries

Amethyst Galleries: Mineral Gallery: The Mica Group

For Students 9th - 10th
The mineral mica is actually a group of over thirty minerals from the subgroup Silicates. This website lists each one and provides detailed information on the most common mica minerals.
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Handout
Amethyst Galleries

Amethyst Galleries: Mineral Gallery: What Is Streak?

For Students 9th - 10th
Streak is the color of the powder of a mineral. This page discusses the importance of streak when identifying minerals.