Books with title The World of Rocks and Minerals: Earth and Space Science

What is the difference between a rock and a mineral? Readers will learn the answer to that and much more in this fascinating informational text! Igneous rock, sedimentary rock, metamorphic rock, geologists, and gemstones are some of the topics that are introduced through clear, stunning photos, interesting charts and graphs, supportive text, and an accessible glossary and index. An intriguing and captivating hands-on lab activity is featured to encourage readers to learn more about geology!About Shell Education Rachelle Cracchiolo started the company with a friend and fellow teacher. Both were eager to share their ideas and passion for education with other classroom leaders. What began as a hobby, selling lesson plans to local stores, became a part-time job after a full day of teaching, and eventually blossomed into Teacher Created Materials. The story continued in 2004 with the launch of Shell Education and the introduction of professional resources and classroom application books designed to support Teacher Created Materials curriculum resources. Today, Teacher Created Materials and Shell Education are two of the most recognized names in educational publishing around the world.

This series is an excellent introduction to the basic concepts of science and nature. Children learn the what, where, how and why of animals, objects, and processes of the natural world. Each volume is packed with fun, easy-to-do projects that engage kids and make science accessible. The Guides are beautifully illustrated and contain a wealth of information for young readers.

What is the difference between a rock and a mineral? Readers will learn the answer to that and much more in this fascinating informational text! Igneous rock, sedimentary rock, metamorphic rock, geologists, and gemstones are some of the topics that are introduced through clear, stunning photos, interesting charts and graphs, supportive text, and an accessible glossary and index. An intriguing and captivating hands-on lab activity is featured to encourage readers to learn more about geology!

Students read, observe, and analyze primary and secondary sources to answer document-based questions (DBQ) that range from identifying cause and effect, predicting possible outcomes, explaining point-of-view, summarizing main ideas, defining vocabulary from textual clues, and much more! DBQs (Document-Based Questions) integrate literacy, standards-based content, and critical-thinking. The Earth Science: Rocks and Minerals, Landforms, and the History of the Earth includes: Literacy - students read, analyze, and write. Rigorous DBQs challenge students to use critical-thinking, reasoning, and problem-solving skills. DBQs connect reading and analysis to purposeful writing supported by evidence. The Earth Science: Rocks and Minerals, Landforms, and the History of the Earth has higher-order thinking questioning techniques to help students build inquiry skills! Students learn to support their conclusions with evidence-an essential 21st Century skill. The Earth Science: Rocks and Minerals, Landforms, and the History of the Earth include: Text, Data, & Primary Source Analysis Writing Charts & Graphs Inference Cause & Effect Point of View Categorization Technology Experiments Order of Events Categorization Predict Possible Outcomes & Lots More! Add critical thinking and rigor to your classroom!