We are pleased to announce the release of the Almanac of Geoscience Experiments in English.
Geology often remains on the sidelines in school education, despite being key to understanding the world around us. For teachers looking to enrich their lessons in science, social studies, or geography, the Almanac of Geoscience Experiments offers twelve simple activities that open a window into the fascinating world of geology.
The experiments demonstrate various geological processes, such as the formation of volcanic calderas, erosion, tectonic plate movement, or the modeling of heat flow from Earth’s interior to the surface. Pupils can try folding rock layers, simulate erosion using sand and water, or observe how magma releases gases. Each experiment is designed to be quick and easy to prepare, using readily available materials.
The almanac provides teachers with a practical and inspiring tool to make geology accessible and engaging for students of all ages.
Almanac was created by Petr Brož in collaboration with illustrator Lucie Škodová (Ajeejee). Text contributions were made by Matěj Machek, Ondřej Krýza and Lenka Špičáková. The work is published under a free license and may be freely distributed and used for any purpose, provided the authors are credited (texts: Petr Brož et al., illustrations: Lucie Škodová) and the CC BY-SA 3.0 license is preserved.
This unique publication brings together a wide range of hands-on experiments and demonstrations. It serves as a practical resource for teachers, students, and science enthusiasts, offering clear instructions, illustrations, and explanations that make geoscientific principles accessible and engaging.
The English edition opens the door for a broader international audience, supporting interactive science education and inspiring curiosity about the Earth and its processes.
Files for download:
👉 https://www.ig.cas.cz/en/experiments/
