Wholesale Smithsonian Rock & Gem Dig Kit

A dig activity that lets kids excavate and discover hidden stones and gems like a real field scientist. It combines tactile play with geology-themed learning for a satisfying educational gift or weekend project. Combine the fun activity of chiseling and digging with the anticipation of finding cool rocks and you have the Smithsonian Rock and Gem Dig! The kit includes a sand block that encases 11 gemstones (which will vary from kit to kit), wooden mallet and dowel, goggles, streak plate, magnifying glass, pouch and poster with instructions. The poster gives a bit of information about rocks and identification and how to safely dig out your specimens, with an explanation about hardness, cleavage and fracture, color, and streak. After you clean up your rocks and gems, store them in the drawstring bag.