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Make sorting rocks by properties hands-on and engaging with our Printable Rock Properties Sorting Mats for Kindergarten.

Sorting Rocks By Properties – Science Center for Kindergarten Through 2nd Grade

Bring hands-on learning to your classroom with these engaging rock-sorting mats! Created as a fun rock activity to reside in your preschool or kindergarten science center, these printable mats provide an exciting way for young learners to explore the physical properties of rocks. 
This printable resource features rock sorting mats based on color, texture, shape, and size and is designed for students to sort classroom rock collections into categories based on the observable physical properties of rocks. Each rock sorting mat features clear illustrations and simple prompts, making this resource ideal for independent learning in preschool and kindergarten classrooms. 
Which Rock Activities Are Included?

We have included a variety of rock sorting mats in this resource download. One click will get you the following rock-sorting mats to help teach your Kindergarten science standards.

• Sorting Rocks By Color Mat (Using color words)
• Sorting Rocks By Size Mat (large, medium, small)
• Sorting Rocks By Length Mat (short, medium, long)
• Sorting Rocks By Texture Mat (smooth or rough)
• Sorting Rocks by Weight Mat (heavy or light)
• Sorting Rocks With Different Colors Mat (one color or many colors)
• Sorting Rocks By Luster Mat (shiny or dull)
• Sorting Rocks With Layers Mat (layers or no layers)

We recommend using these sorting mats to create an independent science exploration station in the classroom. All you need to do is print, laminate, and place these mats (along with a collection of rocks) in your science station and set your students to work!