{"product_id":"teb-r45","title":"Rocks in Resin","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring the wonders of Earth's hidden treasures into early learning environments with this captivating Rocks in Resin set. Each piece showcases authentic rock samples carefully sealed inside clear, durable resin, allowing children to examine natural textures, colours, and patterns up close without any mess. These resin blocks turn geology into an exciting hands-on adventure, inviting young learners to explore how rocks form, what they are made of, and why they look so different from one another. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEducational Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrengthens observational understanding as learners compare colour, grain size, shape, and natural variations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduces early geological concepts such as rock types, layers, and natural formation processes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages descriptive language as learners describe what they see and discover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports hands-on STEM learning by connecting real samples to natural science discussions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassroom \u0026amp; Play Activity Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a mini geology museum display with magnifiers and labelled viewing cards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the resin blocks on a light table to highlight details unseen in normal lighting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInclude the samples in sorting activities based on colour, texture, or rock type.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorporate them into conversations and storytelling about volcanoes, the Earth's crust, or landscape features.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for ages 3+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRocks embedded in a clear resin block for safe observation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat's Included: 9 Rocks encased in a transparent resin block for safe handling: 1. Granite, 2. Sandstone, 3. Shale, 4. Limestone, 5. Marble, 6. Basalt, 7. Gabbro, 8. Amphibolite, 9. Mica Schist. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasurement: 14.0 × 6.4 × 2.0 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety: Smooth resin edges; non-toxic materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun Facts!:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSome rocks on Earth are over four billion years old, making them older than most of the planet's surface features. Another engaging fact to share is that igneous rocks were once molten lava that cooled and hardened-meaning children are holding a tiny piece of Earth's cooling history in their hands. These insights help shape meaningful conversations and support deeper exploration during play.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43256163205233,"sku":"TEB-R45","price":59.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/7633\/6753\/files\/teb-r45_rocks-in-resin_v1_3.webp?v=1779316230","url":"https:\/\/teaching.co.nz\/products\/teb-r45","provider":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}