GIA GemKids Programme

The GIA GemKids Program is a dazzling introduction to gemology designed to excite children’s curiosity about the world of gems and minerals.

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GemKids Class

Schedule your class to participate in the GemKids Program at GIA in Carlsbad, CA.

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Tours

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Taught at GIA’s Carlsbad campus, the GemKids Program introduces students to gems and minerals through hands-on classroom activities.

This program complements existing school district science programs with experiments involving natural gems and minerals. Grades 4 through 12 are eligible. Minimum required class size is 15 and maximum class size is 40. Program is free of charge.

As part of our responsibility to protect the health and safety of visitors, students and staff, GIA in Carlsbad has suspended our GemKids program until further notice. We regret any inconvenience. We hope that teachers and their students will come visit us at another time. Please check back in the future for re-opening information, or email guestservices@gia.edu for more information.

Class schedule

Classes are hosted Tuesday through Friday.
Please register 3-4 months in advance.

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Resources for Teachers

GIA provides free presentations for teachers, each designed to engage students and inform them about gems and minerals.

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Resources

GemKids Presentations

The GemKids Program is invaluable to educators and anyone who wishes to share the fascinating world of gems, minerals and jewelry with today’s youth, in or out of the classroom. Select from a variety of learning materials designed to captivate your audience.

Presentations

Presentation materials available for download range from an introduction to birthstones to information on how diamonds form.

Content for Download

GemKids website

GIA’s GemKids website offers students, parents and teachers easy access to interactive online gemology and geology education.

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GIA GemKids Website

The GIA GemKids site, although geared towards children aged 9-12, is not just for kids. Parents and educators will find it equally engaging and have a great time sharing it with children. This interactive online gemology, geology, and jewelry education site is an exciting way for both adults and children to explore the world of gems and jewelry together.