Once upon a time, there was a mineral mine deep in the desert. The miners found a crystal that was said to have special seasoning inside, which could preserve food for centuries like a mummy.
One day, the miners accidentally dropped the crystal into water and watched as it dissolved, releasing the seasoning. The grains of sodium mixed with the water, creating a magical solution.
The miners took the solution back to their village and used it to preserve their food. Every season, they would evaporate some of the solution to get the seasoning, keeping their food fresh and delicious.
And so, the miners learned the importance of taking care of the minerals they found and using them wisely. The end.

Reflections

1. What was the mineral mine like?
2. How did the miners feel when they discovered the crystal?
3. Why was the seasoning inside the crystal so special?
4. What happened when the crystal was dissolved in water?
5. How did the miners use the seasoning from the mineral mine?