Ancaster Gem, Mineral & Bead Show

Attention Grade 4 Teachers

A Special Program for Grade 4 Classes at The Gem Show

Come learn and explore...

• Rocks, minerals & fossils from around the world, displayed by over 35 vendors
  
• A variety of talks and hands-on demonstrations geared to the grade 4 level
  
• Ideal trip for the unit of study on rocks and minerals
  

Demonstrations and Talks

This special day of programming is set up in co-operation with:

• Earth and Environmental Sciences Museum, University of Waterloo
  
• Let's Talk Science, McMaster University
• Bob O'Donnell, The Fossil Guy
• Ministry of Northern Development and Mines
• Mining Matters
• Club Rex
• Robert Hall Originals

Overview:

The Ancaster Gem, Mineral, Bead & Jewellery Show will be held October 4 to 6, 2019. On the Friday of the show, school groups are invited to book a time to participate in special programming. This is a learning educational experience for grade 4 students. 

• Recommended stay is 4 hours
• 25 to 30 students per class
• Each class asked to have one parent/teacher supervisor for every 5 or 6 students
• Cost per student is $6.00 plus HST
• Complementary free admission to teacher, parent supervisors and bus driver
• Snack area provided, bring your own snack/lunch
• A detailed itinerary package will be sent to you at the beginning of September
• Each class group will be given a schedule of talks and activities
• Each class will have time to see the show in the main hall
• Easy, free bus parking
• Your class will be met on the bus
• Building is wheelchair accessible and accessible restrooms available