Quick view Volcanoes by Neil Morris Text and photographs examine several aspects of these natural wonders including their lava flows, rocks, springs and geysers, and geothermal energy. View Details
Quick view What Are Crystals? by Molly Aloian Crystals are made up of minerals hardened into distinct shapes with regular repeating patterns. This informative book takes a look at the underground process that creates crystals, from sparkling... View Details
Quick view What Are Fossils? by Natalie Hyde An introduction to fossils, which are defined as remains, impressions, or traces of an animal or plant of past geologic ages that have been preserved in the earth's crust. View Details
Quick view What Are Igneous Rocks? by Molly Aloian Igneous rock has a dramatic beginning it requires red-hot volcanic activity. This fact-filled book explains how granite, lava, basalt, silica, quartz and feldspar are formed after hot, molten rock... View Details
Quick view What Are Metamorphic Rocks? by Molly Aloian Heat, pressure and stress can also change some igneous or sedimentary rocks into other kinds of rocks. This fact-filled book describes the process that turns limestone into marble, shale into slate,... View Details
Quick view What Are Minerals? by Natalie Hyde Minerals are chemicals that are the building blocks of rocks. Metals, crystals, and gemstones are all minerals found in rocks. This interesting book describes how to identify minerals, where they... View Details
Quick view What Are Sedimentary Rocks? by Natalie Hyde It all starts with erosion for sedimentary rock. Worn down bits of rock become pressed together under pressure into strata, or layers. The formation of rock such as sandstone, shale, limestone, and... View Details
Quick view What Is Hearing by Molly Aloian From a quiet whisper to a blaring siren, our ears keep us tuned in to the sounds around us. This engaging new title explains how our sense of hearing works, how it helps us learn about our... View Details
Quick view What Is the Rock Cycle? by Natalie Hyde What is the Rock Cycle describes the natural transformation of one type of rock into others. Beginning with igneous rocks made in volcanic eruptions, rock is weathered and eroded gradually to form a... View Details
