Geology of Illinois
Grade 4–8
Illinois Learning Standards
Available year-round.
Geologic time is relative and usually beyond human experience, but relative dating of rocks and fossils is an essential technique for a geologist. Students develop a timeline of significant events in Earth’s history, and identify rock and fossil samples to determine geological time.
In-School Program
Runs 45 minutes.
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Program Pricing |
Resident |
Nonresident |
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Per Group |
$60 |
$80 |
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Additional Group* |
$40 |
$55 |
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Gateways Grants Eligible Schools |
Resident |
Nonresident |
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Per Group |
$50 |
N/A |
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Additional Group* |
$20 |
N/A |
*Groups must attend the same program on the same date.
Virtual Program
Runs 30-45 minutes.
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Program Pricing |
Resident |
Nonresident |
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Per Classroom |
$30 |
$60 |
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Additional Classroom* |
$20 |
$30 |
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Gateways Grant-Eligible Schools |
Resident |
Nonresident |
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Per Classroom |
$20 |
N/A |
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Additional Classroom* |
$10 |
N/A |
*Classrooms must attend the same program on the same date.