Welcome To Rocksforkids.com

Get your kids to learn about rocks and use different tools to improve mental health and physical health. Also, we review different products for your toddlers.

See our recent posts

Why Read Rocksforkids?

Amazing resources for kids

This site is for kids of all ages who love rocks. Here you will find out stuff about rocks & minerals and where to go to find out more. If you already collect rocks then this is the place for you!

Find out where you can get more rocks, look at some super pictures of rocks, learn how to identify the rocks you already have and discover neat things you can do with rocks.

Don't worry if you don't have a rock collection. There is something here for everyone. Come in and browse around & take a look at what Rockhounds do for a hobby.

If you are doing a school project on rocks & minerals, you will find things here that you can use and you might even enjoy it!

A Bag Full of Experience

This RocksForKids Site was launched in 1999. Over 3.8 million visitors have viewed our site between 1999 and 2015. We have now decided to stop counting because we need no further convincing that Rocks Rock! :-)

Expert Reviews

Our main goal is to review almost every product related to kids improvement. We provide unbiased and expert reviews, so that you can get the most out of your money.

We do not recommend any sketchy products that has not been vetted by loyal customers. So you are sure about getting the right product for fulfilling your need.

You are going to see improvements as soon as you start using the right products

About Us

Who is RocksForKids.com?

RocksForKids.com has been on the web since 1999. It was created by Elfi, an elementary school teacher, as a means to provide information on rocks & minerals in a non-commercial way. The site is privately funded by RocksforKids and is a public service web site. It does not have any advertising. Elfi & Nick are enthusiastic amateur rockhounds who collect rocks and enjoy field-tripping.

Why did we create RocksForKids.com?

This site was created in order to help students learn more about rocks & minerals. Although there is lots of information on the Net, it is hard to find what you need to know in words that are easy to understand. What the RocksForKids.com site does is give you a bit of simple information and then links you to some interesting sites that have great pictures, stories, information & activities.

Who is our Audience?

STUDENTS - It seems that every student in Canada and the United States studies about rocks & minerals at some point. Teachers & kids love using the Internet for research. We think that this site is a good starting off point for students wanting to learn more about rocks.
KIDS OF ALL AGES WHO LOVE ROCKS - If you love rocks, then you will want to find out more. This site can help you get started no matter what age you are. All rock-lovers I have met are kids at heart. The joy of the "Treasure Hunt" keeps us active & alive.
TEACHERS & PARENTS OF KIDS - Sometimes it is difficult to help kids get started doing research on the Internet. This site has many links to sites that have been previewed by me. By starting here, a safe & simple beginning to research on the Net can happen.
ROCKHOUNDS WHO LIVE IN SOUTHERN ONTARIO - Since we are active rockhounds and live just north of Toronto in Southern Ontario, Canada we know what it is like to try to find out information on local rocks and minerals. That is why we have infomration on local activities, rock clubs and field trip possibilities.

Privacy Policy

We collect no information from our visitors.

We don't have any interactive sections in our site.

We don't save any email addresses when we are contacted.

We strive to be a safe site for all kids - young or old - with lots of information.

Learn About Rocks

How to Use Fracture and Cleavage for Mineral Identification?

In mineralogy, fracture and cleavage are used to describe the tendency of minerals to break. Fracture and cleavage is nothing[...]

How Are Metamorphic Rocks Formed and What Do they Look Like?

Metamorphic rocks are formed from the alteration of pre-existing rock types (igneous, sedimentary or already formed metamorphic rocks) through metamorphism.[...]

How Are Rocks and Minerals Classified? A Beginners Guide

Rocks, also known as stones, are natural substances that are solid aggregates of several minerals. For instance, granite, which is[...]

How to Build a Small & Simple Waterfall With Stone?

When you intend to construct an outdoor waterfall, you have to focus on two main features. And, the two features[...]

How To Cut Large Rocks in Half With a Dremel or a Tile Saw?

Installing large rocks into walls, using them for landscaping, or as jewelry may entail having to cut them down to[...]

How to Drill Holes in a Large River Rock with the Right Drill Bits?

River rocks tend to have a smooth surface and are tumbled due to the time spent going downstream from mountains.[...]

How to Polish Rocks With A Dremel and Make It Shiny?

Collecting rocks is quite an enjoyable hobby for people of all ages. It is cheap to carry out and a[...]

Igneous Rock: Definition, Classification, Types and Formation

Igneous rocks are formed from the cooling of magma (a very hot liquid found underneath the Earth's surface). The name[...]

Rock Painting: How To Paint Like a Professional?

River rocks and polished stones are excellent art materials. Rocks have for long been painted on since the era of[...]

Sedimentary Rock: Types and How They Are Formed?

Rocks are generally grouped into igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks. Sedimentary rocks are usually well exposed on the earth's surface[...]

Rockhounding as a Hobby: A Complete Beginners Guide

If you love rocks & minerals then there are lots that you and your family can do. Since we are[...]

How Rocks Are Formed – An In-depth Analysis

THE EARTH'S CRUST The whole earth is made of rocks & minerals. Inside the earth, there is a liquid core[...]

Identifying Minerals: Everything You Need To Know About It

THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ROCKS & MINERALS It is not easy to tell the difference between rocks & minerals because there[...]

Don't Hesitate, Get Started With With Or Articles Today!

Best Microscope for Kids, Students – Reviews and Guide

Each and everyone one of us can remember using a microscope back in the days during the science classes. The[...]

Best Dollhouse for Toddler – 1, 2, 3 Years Old Kids – Reviews

Babies are wonderful and lovely little humans. We often want to ensure that they are always happy. They bring joy[...]

Best Toddler Table and Chair Sets – Reviews and Guide 2019

Have you ever observed that kids mess too much around tables and chairs? It’s because they are curious and obviously[...]

How Long Does a Hoverboard Battery Last? Care Tips

One of the most important factors to consider when purchasing a hoverboard is how long the battery will last. You[...]

How to Build a Tricycle for Adults?

Long gone are the days when tricycles were only made for children. Adult tricycles offer plenty of fun and even[...]

How to Calibrate a Hoverboard?

Otherwise known as swegways or smart wheel balances, hoverboards can be easily calibrated to provide better balance. Learning how to[...]

How To Make a Homemade Laser Tag Gun?

The military is working on death lasers and while that may an expensive endeavor, you don’t need millions of dollars[...]

How To Ride a Hoverboard? – A Beginners Guide

Long after they were invented, hoverboards have revolutionized the tech world. They are a great way to get around and[...]

How to Teach a Toddler to Ride a Tricycle

One of the most significant rites of passage for children is learning how to ride a tricycle. It is not[...]

How to Make Your Own Hoverboard?

Riding a hoverboard is quite fun and a great way to pass time. Additionally, they help with commuting within a[...]

Best Marble Run Toy For Toddlers – Buying Guide 2019

If this is your first time trying to get the best marble run for your kid or you don’t have[...]

10 Best Baby Rocker Reviews and Buying Guide For 2019

If you’ve tried all the possible ways of calming down your fussy baby without successful, try a baby rocker. It[...]

Best Play Dough Set For Boys and Girls 2019 – Reviews 2019

If ever there was a toy that will never go out of style, it is play dough. Having been around[...]

Best Bean Bag Chairs For Kids – Big Comfy To Get 2019

Are you looking for the best bean bag chair for kids’ bedroom? Or something your kid can sit on while[...]

10 Best Laser Tag Guns For Kids – Reviews and Buying Guide 2019

Are you looking for a fun activity that you can enjoy together with your kids? If yes, laser tag game[...]

read Our Blog