Minerals conversation starters
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Audience
Children and families, Early years, Primary school, Secondary school, Teachers, Tertiary -
Learning area
Creative Arts, English, Science -
Type
Teaching resources, Self-led
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The Australian Museum's Minerals Gallery is a brilliant showcase of the full breadth of the Museum’s Mineralogy and Petrology collections.
Use our conversation starters to explore the gallery through interesting questions and fun activities.
Connect – When choosing a specimen or object, encourage students to look closely at its main features.
Share – Students are encouraged to share and discuss their ideas through meaningful conversation.
Reflect – Through whole group discussion, students can reflect on their findings and experiences.
How to use
Begin by gathering your students in an clear space within the exhibition. Explain and distribute or access the conversation starters in a way that is appropriate for your group. Conclude where you began, giving students the opportunity to share their ideas and experiences.
Time needed: Approximately 3-5 minutes per card.
Click and print
Download and print the conversation starters PDF before you visit the Museum. They can be used as they are or cut up and distributed amongst your group. The cards can be done in any order, and students can work individually or in small groups. No pens or pencils are needed.
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Tap and swipe
Tap on an image below and use your mobile device to swipe through the questions and prompts.
Tap and swipe
