Hands-on,
land-based,
student-led education
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Apply knowledge and skill to learn how to observe geologically
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Develop critical thinking and problem solving skills
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Learn the 7-step scientific method approach for field trip planning
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Explore hands-on inquiry and self-discovery
ATTENTION TEACHERS
Everyone likes to collect pebbles on the beach. What you might not know is what stories these pebbles tell.
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WHY GEOLEARNS
What you will find in our guides
The Rock Cycle
Understand how materials in the Earth’s crust are continuously recycled to form and transform into the three different rock types: Igneous, Sedimentary and Metamorphic
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Pebble Guide
Develop your observation skills to learn how to see geologically. Learn to use our 3Ps Make a Rock formula along with the rock identification form and table to determine rock names.
The Scientific Method
Embark on your very own research project by following the easy to use 7-step scientific method. Learn about the steps involved with pre-field trip preparation, the field trip and post-field trip activities.
Field Trip Guide
Learn to design a fun and effective field trip. Use the guide to help you complete a thorough pre-field trip assessment, provide guidance for a student-led field trip, and capture important elements with a detailed evaluation plan.
DESIGN A RESEARCH PROJECT
Organize and Document Your Discoveries
Unearth your curiosity of earth science and be apart of a team of ‘earth scientists’ designing a class research project that includes field work to collect data. You’ll find everything you’ll need to plan your unique field trip adventure in our guides.
TERMS
Improve your vocabulary and expand your knowledge of earth science with our glossary of over 35 geological terms.
KNOWLEDGE
Gain a better understanding of the Earth’s Interior, The Rock Cycle, and the 3Ps Make a Rock formula to discover the stories pebbles tell.
INFORMATION SHEETS
Pack your comprehensive summary information sheets in your backpack and have all the essential earth science references at your fingertips to assist you on your field trip.
FORMS
Do like earth scientists do and keep track of all your discoveries with our easy to use rock identification form and field tools to record, measure, sketch and collect field data.
Our Services
Whether you are looking for Workshops, Field Trips, Classroom Visits, or One-on-One Expertise, we have you covered. With our experienced guidance you and your students will enjoy the benefits of our hands-on, land-based, student-led educational programs.
Workshop
3 Hours (am)
Additional cost for facility rental
Resources Included
Pebble Guide Kit
Atlantic Geoscience Society free brochures
Resources for Purchase
- Pebble Field Kit
- Field Sample Kit
For Hire
One-on-One- Teachers - $30/hr
- Public - $50/hr
Workshop
+ Field Trip
Full Day
Lunch not provided
Resources Included
with Pebble Walk
Pebble Guide Kit
Plus Use of Pebble Field Kit
with Field Trip Planning
Field Trip Guides
(For Teachers & For Students)
Plus Use of Pebble Field Kit
For Hire
Classroom Visits- Teachers - $30/hr
- Public - $50/hr
Field Trip
3-4 Hours (pm)
Additional cost for transportation
Resources Included
Pebble Guide Kit
plus use of the Pebble Field Kit
Resources for Purchase
- Pebble Field Kit
- Pebble Sample Kit
For Hire
Guide for Field Trip- Teachers - Free of Charge
- Public - $50/Half Day
All materials are provided by GeoLearns™ and can be purchased separately or as part of a package for your classroom. If you require any special requests please Contact Us
