The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has launched GemKit™ by GemKids®, a free digital learning program that brings the fascinating world of gems and minerals into classrooms and homeschools across the globe. Designed for students in grades 4–6, GemKit includes flexible, standards-aligned lesson plans, interactive activities, and an animated video series that fits seamlessly into earth science curriculums.

Building on over 20 years of educational outreach through its in-person GemKids programme in Carlsbad, California, GIA’s new digital offering provides educators with easy online access to engaging, expert-reviewed resources anytime, anywhere. The curriculum supports the U.S. Next Generation Science Standards and is suitable for both classroom and homeschool environments.

“By bringing the wonder of gems and minerals into the digital classroom, we’re helping students connect science with real-world fascination,” said Cathryn Ramirez, GIA’s Chief Learning Officer. “GemKit represents a powerful step forward in making gemology education accessible, inspiring and fun for young learners everywhere.”

Teachers are already lauding the program’s quality and versatility. Melissa Muché, a fourth-grade teacher at Tri-City Christian School in California, said, “I am amazed at how it integrates subject matter and covers many fourth-grade standards across the board.”

GIA encourages educators, parents, and gem enthusiasts to explore GemKit and unlock the sparkling science of gems for students of all ages.