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Author
Series
Publisher
National Geographic Society
Pub. Date
2010
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
A survey of the earth's rocks and minerals explores some of the ways they have been transformed into usable materials from talcum powder to silver jewelry, in a reference complemented by a bonus activity suggestion.
10) Minerals
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
2013
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Readers will learn what sets different kinds of minerals apart from one another, how minerals are formed, and what techniques scientists use to study them.
Author
Publisher
Scholastic
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
In Rocks, Minerals, and Gems, readers will learn about hundreds of rocks, minerals, crystals, and gems that were forged by the most powerful events in prehistory. Explore what specimens look like and how they're used today--readers can use the information to identify rocks and minerals themselves and open up a spectacular new world. Find out all about star stones and cat's eyes, megagems, and phantom quartz. Discover which rocks fluoresce, which mineral...
13) Rocks & minerals
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
"Unearth a treasure trove of geological knowledge with this in-depth guide to over 500 rocks and minerals"--
Author
Publisher
QEB, part of The Quarto Group
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"For those with curious minds starting to take note of the world around them, the basic materials from which our planet is made raise a multitude of questions. What are rocks and minerals? Why are there so many different kinds? From the way that rocks are formed to identifying gem stones, [this book] provides the answers for budding geologists, using clear, concise text along with full color illustrations and photographs."-- provided by publisher....
Author
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
Discover how rocks are formed, the three kinds of rocks, and the difference between rocks and minerals. Learn how rocks and minerals are used in art, architecture, industry, and science. Then journey to the oceans to explore seashells and the amazing animals that once inhabited them. Packed with more than 200 stunning photos, including closeups of each specimen, this colorful book showcases breathtaking natural sites such as the Giant's Causeway and...
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
What are minerals and how do they form? What do they look like and where are they found? This introduction to minerals covers the basics, from their role as the building blocks of rocks to the most common minerals on Earth.
Author
Publisher
National Geographic Kids
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"From amethysts and tanzanite to the sparkling geodes and erupting volcanoes, get the latest geological insights and intel straight from the field from National Geographic explorer and geophysicist Dr. Sarah Stamps. Ready to go on a rocking great adventure? Travel across the globe to find out how the Earth formed so YOU can become an absolute expert. Get up close to the layers of rock beneath the Earth's surface. Learn about igneous, sedimentary,...
Author
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Limited
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
Español
Description
"Descubre las maravillas que esconde la Tierra y aprende todo lo que siempre quisiste saber sobre rocas, gemas fósiles y conchas"--Back cover.
The Rock and Gem Book is packed full of photos of natural wonders, including rocks, minerals, gems, shells and fossils. This children's encyclopedia displays more than 1,200 full-color specimens, from sapphires and rubies to silver and pearl, revealing the unique qualities of each material and how it is used...
19) Rocks & minerals
Author
Series
Publisher
National Geographic Kids
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Impress your friends and family with all these weird but true facts about everything rock and mineral"--
Author
Series
Publisher
First Second
Pub. Date
[2020]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Take a shine to rocks and minerals! Join a crystal-crazy fanboy and his rock-hunting hero as they explore our world inside and out. Along the way they'll contend with volcanoes, cave-ins, and cosmic collisions, but it's all in the name of discovery, right? Hey, put those gemstones back! Can you dig it? Where did Earth come from? Can a tiny stream really make a Grand Canyon? How big is a billion? Uncover the unstoppable forces that shape your world...
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