April 30th Fluorescent Minerals: Glow-in-the-Dark Wonders of Geology

Fluorescent Minerals: Glow-in-the-Dark Wonders of Geology
Date: April 30th
Time: 6pm MT (please adjust time for your timezone)
Suggested Ages: 6 to 99+
Once purchased you will be invited to a Google Classroom where we will post everything you need to know about this class, work pages, and more!

Step into the glowing world of earth science in this exciting and interactive geology class designed for homeschool families and curious learners who love hands-on discovery. In Fluorescent Minerals, students will explore the science behind minerals that glow under ultraviolet (UV) light and learn why certain specimens display brilliant colors such as neon green, fiery orange, electric blue, and vibrant pink. We will examine well-known fluorescent minerals including calcite, fluorite, willemite, sodalite, and scheelite, while discovering how their crystal structure and trace elements create stunning light reactions.

This class blends geology, chemistry, and physics to explain fluorescence, phosphorescence, and luminescence in a fun and easy-to-understand way. Students will learn how UV light works, how collectors safely view fluorescent minerals, and how these glowing specimens are used in science education, museum displays, and mineral identification. Perfect for upper elementary and middle school homeschool students or any rock enthusiast who enjoys engaging online learning experiences similar to Outschool this course builds observation skills, scientific curiosity, and a deeper appreciation for the hidden beauty of the mineral world.