Riches of the earth

National curriculum subject area/s: Art, DT, Geography, Science
Length of session: 3 hours
Max group size: 90 pupils, groups of 30 in rotation

Pupils will look at the magnificent jewels in the Rothschild collection as well as discussing the importance of rocks and minerals in everyday life.  In the afternoon, there will be the chance to compare different rocks and look at their properties, as well as creating their own jewelled piece.