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41) Minerals
Author
Pub. Date
[2022]
Description
"From cell phones to toothpaste, minerals are everywhere. But what do you really know about minerals? Dig underground to see how we get minerals from rocks. Explore some of the most beautiful, rare minerals. Then, look at streets, jewelry, food, and more to see how we use minerals in our everyday lives. It's key Earth science curriculum made approachable for all!"--
42) The rock cycle
Author
Pub. Date
2022.
Description
"From the tops of tall mountains to the rocks in the ground beneath our feet, rocks are always slowly changing. How do they do this? Explore the rock cycle to learn how different kinds of rocks change into each other over many years. Follow along with the different ways rocks form and find out what the changes look like up close. It's key Earth science curriculum made approachable for all!"--
45) Mineraloids
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2020]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"This title covers what a mineraloid is, how it forms, and how it is set apart from minerals that have a crystalline form. It also explains how organic gems, like pearls, can also be considered mineraloids."-- Amazon.com.
48) Investigate gems
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2020].
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Investigate Gems introduces readers to what gems are and how they form, including mineral gems and organic gems. Learn about crystal systems, imitation and synthetic gems, cultured pearls, how gems are used, and their historic importance. A geology-themed project provides the opportunity for hands-on experience. Other features include a table of contents, fun facts, infographics, sidebars, map, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated...
49) Unearth fossils
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2020].
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Unearth Fossils introduces readers to the different types of fossils and how they form. Learn about key fossil finds, scientists who made important discoveries and contributions to the study of fossils, and how we use fossils today in the form of fossil fuels. A geology-themed project provides the opportunity for hands-on experience. Other features include a table of contents, fun facts, infographics, sidebars, and an index. Aligned to Common Core...
50) Examine minerals
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2020].
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Examine Minerals introduces readers to what minerals are, how they form, and how we use them today. Learn how to identify minerals, including color, luster, streak, fracture, hardness, specific gravity, magnetism, and fluorescence. A geology-themed project provides the opportunity for hands-on experience. Other features include a table of contents, fun facts, infographics, sidebars, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2021.
Description
"To discover the geologic novelties of the Centennial State, all that is required is a good map, a sense of adventure, and Colorado Rocks, a guide to 50 of the most compelling geologic sites in Colorado. The well-chosen destinations span the state's geologic history from Precambrian rocks of the Black Canyon to the modern shifting landscape of the Great Sand Dunes. Many of these sites are on every geologist's bucket list. The Great Unconformity, a...
52) Study soils
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2020].
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Study Soils introduces readers to what makes up soil, from humus and plants and animals to water and air. Learn how weathering, erosion, parent material, decay, bacteria, organic matter, climate, and time contribute to soil formation. A geology-themed project provides the opportunity for hands-on experience." --
53) Explore ores
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2020].
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Explore Ores introduces readers to what ores are, minerals that can be mined for profit. Learn about prospecting, exploration, aboveground and underground mining, extracting metals from ores, and the importance of protecting the environment. A geology-themed project provides the opportunity for hands-on experience. Other features include a table of contents, fun facts, infographics, sidebars, map, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and...
54) Discover rocks
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2020].
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Discover Rocks introduces readers to what rocks are and how they form. Real-world examples bring to life igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rock. Full-color photographs will draw in readers while the easy-to-read text breaks down complex concepts. A diagram of the rock cycle ties everything together and a geology-themed project provides the opportunity for hands-on experience. Other features include a table of contents, fun facts, infographics,...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2022.
Description
This book teaches young readers how the forces of erosion have worked through wind, water, sand, and more to create the many features of Earth, from the worn-away banks of the smallest creek to the stunning landmark that is the Grand Canyon. Color illustrations and photographs, a glossary, a bibliography, a list of useful websites, and hands-on activities and projects are also provided.
58) The rock cycle
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2016.
Description
"Learn how sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic rocks form, break apart, and change over time."
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2022.
Description
"The tenth book in the Geology Underfoot Series, Geology Underfoot on Colorado's Western Slope offers an inside view of the active and sometimes enigmatic landscape west of the Continental Divide. In this arid region where water drains through deep canyons en route to the Pacific, the crumpled rocks of the Colorado Rockies meet the famous red rocks of the Colorado Plateau to the west and the crazy pile of San Juan volcanics in the southwest. Nothing...
60) Igneous rocks
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2020]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This title covers what an idneous rock is and how and where it forms.