In the depths of the ocean blue,
Lies a treasure that's shining true,
With nacre that's pearly white,
And crystal facets that catch the light.

A grain of sand, so tiny and small,
Gets embedded in a precious pearl,
A cultured gem that's formed with care,
A beauty that's beyond compare.

Inside each pearl, there's a secret held,
A world so mysterious and well,
Where atoms dance and shimmer bright,
And create an iridescent sight.

The pearl is opaque, it's hard to see,
The wonders that it holds secretly,
But if you look with a curious mind,
You'll discover a world that's one of a kind.

So let's explore this world so grand,
And hold a pearl in our little hand,
We'll marvel at the beauty within,
And cherish the treasure that we've been given.

Reflections

1. What is a pearl and how is it formed?
2. What is nacre and how does it give the pearl its lustrous appearance?
3. What are the tiny grains that get embedded in the pearl and how do they help form it?
4. What is the meaning of the word 'facets' and how does it relate to the crystal-like appearance of the pearl?
5. What does it mean for a pearl to be 'cultured' and how is it different from a natural pearl?
6. What is an atom and how is it involved in the formation of a pearl?
7. What kind of secrets do you think might be hidden inside a pearl that we cannot see with our naked eyes?