"Unearth a treasure trove of geological knowledge with this in-depth guide to over 500 rocks and minerals"--

Practically everything we do or use in our daily lives depends on materials we take from the ground. The history of our exploration of the world has often centered on obtaining strategic mineral resources. For example, the lust for gold funded much of the exploration and conquest of the Americas by Europeans. Look around you now and see all the things that are made out of rocks and minerals. The paper of this book, though mostly plant fiber, has probably...

Single or multicolored, smooth or multifaceted, gems of all kinds captivate people of all ages. This vibrant volume will teach the budding geology buff how a single mineral can form many varieties of gems, how some gems are actually created by animals, and why certain types of jewelry are so valuable. Young readers who might display their birthstones with pride will be fascinated to learn about the role gems have played in superstition. The use of...

Young geologists and agriculturalists get an in-depth look at the soil beneath their feet. The book uses photographs to illustrate what soil is, how it's made, what different types of soil there are, and why it's valuable to human life. Using age-appropriate language, the book explains how minerals and different creatures make soil healthy. Young conservationists will also appreciate the final chapters on how erosion and pollution affect soil. Vocabulary,...

A great introduction to a physical feature of the environment that tells us a great deal about the Earth's geological history, its current state, and the shape of things to come. Difficult concepts and new vocabulary are introduced and made readily accessible in a lively but information-rich narrative that is peppered with vivid imagery and diagrams. Intriguing questions for budding junior geologists to consider round out a title that reveals the...

Get ready to be dazzled! This lively reference book for the younger set introduces a fascinating variety of Earth's rocks, minerals, gemstones, fossils, and shells--from granite to gold, marble to malachite, and conchs to clams. 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...

Readers will learn some fascinating science facts about rocks, including gems, volcanoes, and mountains, then learn some seriously silly jokes. There is even a section of the book that teaches readers to write their own jokes about rocks, minerals, and soil.

Take a trek to the center of the earth with Geology for Kids Set off on an adventure 4.6 billion years in the making with Geology for Kids. Start at the red-hot center of Earth and learn about each layer until you reach the rocky crust. Discover how mountains, valleys, and oceans form, and uncover secrets about the planet you call home. (Did you know that only 20% of deserts are covered by sand, and some can be blistering cold in the winter?) Geology...

Presents experiments that focus on understanding various aspects of the environment, including how minerals form, how water moves through the soil, and how wind erodes and deposits sediment.