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Tiskilwa’s BEST Program takes a crack at some geodes

Students studied rocks, minerals and the rock cycle

By Shaw Local News Network

December 06, 2022 at 2:00 pm CST

Michael DeVore is hoping to open his Geode with one hit. — Michael DeVore is hoping to open his Geode with one hit. (Photo provided by Kristal LeRette)

Kristal LeRette’s BEST Program in Tiskilwa recently went through a lesson studying rocks, minerals and the rock cycle.

This lesson include the finding and cracking open of some rocks that are lined with minerals, known as geodes.

Chandra Segerstrom is taking her time using the hammer to lightly hit her Geode. — Chandra Segerstrom is taking her time using the hammer to lightly hit her Geode. (Photo provided by Kristal LeRette)