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EVERYBODY CHALLENGING  VERY DIFFICULT This website will tell you everything you need to know about rocks. Start at the beginning and work your way through the directions. There are several interesting activities that will help you classify rocks as well as interactive animations to help you understand the rock cycle process.
 * __The Rock Cycle __**[[image:thejuniorlibrary/golden-star.jpg width="34" height="27"]]

__**Sandatlas **__ An information and blog site written by a geologist who takes photos of natural landforms from around the world. He also includes information about a lot of different rocks and minerals with very clear and detailed photos as examples. These images will help you identify the differences between them.

__**Dynamic Earth **__ Explains how the earth is not just a big still rock but a series of layers that are always moving. This is not a simple website because the topic is very complex but by following the directions and trying the interactive activities you will gain an understanding of how rocks affect the earth.

__**Minerals Downunder **__ An interactive website where you will learn facts about the main minerals found in Australia, including how much you are worth in gold and silver! There are several pages, so if you get lost there is the Minerals Downunder link at the bottom of every page. This will take you back to the beginning.

__**Mineralogy for Kids **__ This website introduces minerals that you may find at home but the information does get more scientific as you work your way through the site. If you want to play an interesting game where you apply the knowledge you have learnt about rocks and minerals try the Sarah Jane Adventures link under the Mineral Games heading.

__**The Learning Zone: Minerals**__ An easy to follow guide on minerals that also gives you the choice to examine certain topics in greater depth. You will need to put your detective hat on so you can discover the clues that will help you identify, compare and classify minerals.

__**This is Our Story **__ Explains the importance of mining in Australia from the point of view of people who work in the mining industry. By assessing some of the short videos you will realise that the internet is not just a source of information but also conveys the feelings and perspectives from a range of people across society.

An informative website that explains the impact the gold rush had on Australia. You will examine how this valuable mineral was a turning point in history affecting every aspect of life. By clicking through the different sections and using the interactive features you will form an understanding and appreciation for how gold has shaped our nation today.
 * __GOLD! __**[[image:thejuniorlibrary/golden-star.jpg width="34" height="27"]][[image:thejuniorlibrary/golden-star.jpg width="34" height="27"]][[image:thejuniorlibrary/golden-star.jpg width="34" height="27"]][[image:thejuniorlibrary/golden-star.jpg width="34" height="27"]]

__**<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;">The Gold Rush **__ <span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;">An interactive game where you must purchase materials that will help you on the gold fields. If you don’t buy the right materials for your dig site you will waste your precious mining time. You will also need to think about how long supplies last for so you buy enough to get you through the month.



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