{"id":10083,"date":"2021-08-19T14:52:49","date_gmt":"2021-08-19T20:52:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/?p=10083"},"modified":"2021-10-01T10:44:26","modified_gmt":"2021-10-01T16:44:26","slug":"gemstones-for-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/gemstones-for-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"Learn About Gemstones with Great Wolf Lodge!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Did you know there are over 300 documented gemstones? These rare minerals come in a variety of colors and can be found in jewelry stores around the world. Each comes with distinct details that make them easy to identify and fun to look at!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;ve put together a fun activity to help transform your little ones into certified gemologists! Try to guess which stones appear in the photo below. 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Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/\">blog<\/a> for additional activities from the Lodge. There, you&#8217;ll find water activities, crafts, recipes, science experiments, and so much more!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We&#8217;ve put together a fun activity to help transform your little ones into certified 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