MSHA stands for the Mine Safety and Health Administration. Visit their page to learn all about mines and mining. Click Let's Do Some Prospectin' to learn what minerals are mined in your state. Also, be sure to read The Dirty Children to learn about children who worked in mines a century ago.
Questions
What was a "breaker boy's" job in the old coal mines? Name four other jobs that children had in mines.
Name three possible dangers in abandoned underground mines.
Name three mineral resources that are mined in your state.
People have used and admired gems and minerals for ages and ages. Check out some very interesting gems and minerals at this page. Click any photo for a larger image.
Questions
How long was the Hope diamond lost?
What is the Allende meteorite made of?
Which of the gems or minerals impressed you most? What would you do with a sample of this gem or mineral?
If you're looking for a good ghost town, head to the state of Arizona. This site has photos and information about many towns that are long, long gone from the Grand Canyon State.
Questions
What kind of place was Copper Hill, Arizona? When did the town exist?
What was mined and processed at the Keane Wonder Mine of Death Valley, California?
How did the transcontinental railroad decrease the population of many towns?
