Books with title Rocks, Minerals

Simon Basher is back with another zany primer to science! Following his 3 successful titles on the basics of chemistry, physics, and biology, ROCKS AND MINERALS is an in-depth look at the ground beneath our feet. Like his other titles, Basher presents these topics through charming and adorable illustrations and pairs them with basic information told from a first person perspective. He develops a community of characters based on the things that form the foundations of our planet: rocks, gems, crystals, fossils and more. And what's more, he makes it understandable, interesting, and cute. It's not what you expect out of a science primer. Book Details:Format: HardcoverPublication Date: 12/7/2010Pages: 128Reading Level: Age 10 and Up

Dig down and discover amazing treasures, right under your feet! In Eye Wonder: Rocks and Minerals see how rocks form, learn the difference between igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks, discover precious gems, metals and crystals, find out what minerals are and the hundreds of uses we have for them.A precursor to DK's award-winning Eyewitness series, Eye Wonder was specially developed for children aged five plus, featuring astonishing photography exhibiting subjects within their natural setting, offering a whole new level of information through powerful images. The vocabulary is accessible to young readers, with the meanings of new, subject-related words clearly explained.Reissued with a new jacket and eight new pages of mazes, look-and-finds, quizzes, and interactive activities, the new generation of Eye Wonder will capture readers' imaginations and give them a reason to delve even deeper into each book.Supports the Common Core State Standards.

Engaging and entertaining reference guide about rocks and minerals - perfect for younger readers. From rare gems and precious metals to a unique view of the earth, Eyewitness Rock & Mineral lets your child learn all about the spectacular rocks and minerals that cover the earth, how they are cut and used in a range of important industries such as building, energy, jewellery and more! Eyewitness Rock & Mineral also includes a giant fold-out wall chart full of facts, perfect for bedrooms or classrooms. Packed with all the essential information from the previous edition Eyewitness Rock & Mineral is now much more interactive and colourful than ever with new infographics, statistics, facts and timelines making the book more engaging and educational for your child.

Full-color photos. The beauty and importance of minerals, metals, crystals, fossils, and gemstones are shown in page after page of vivid photos. "Most of the text is in captions for the profuse and excellent color illustrations. Accurate, authoritative, and clear."--Bulletin, Center for Children's Books. "Both a student and browser/hobbyist's delight."--Booklist.

How do stalactites form? What is the Taj Mahal made of? Discover everything you need to know about the rocks and minerals that have shaped our earth in this extraordinary fact book. Flip through 100 fascinating facts covering everything from space rocks to buried treasure, then test your knowledge with fun quizzes. Each page is packed with activities, projects and mind-blowing facts for a truly engaging experience. With stunning photographs and beautiful illustrations, this fun-filled book is sure to challenge young readers and prepare them for academic success.