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Describes the processes that create rock, such as weathering, compaction, and cementation, and examines igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rock.

Describes how rocks are made, discusses how they are used, and provides facts about soil, metals, gems, fossils, and fossil fuels, and includes activities and a glossary.

Simple text and photos explore what rocks are made of, how they are formed, where they are found, and how humans use them.

Simple text and photographs discusses the study of rocks and different uses of rocks.

Explores the different ways geologists can research rocks and what that research can tell us about rocks.

Describes minerals, what they are made of, identification of minerals, and uses for minerals including salt for flavor, diamonds for beauty, and more.

"Describing different types of rocks, this photo-illustrated nature walk guide shows very young readers how to identify common rocks.

Features easy step-by-step instructions for many different rock painting crafts to create both games and decorations.

Simple text helps introduce young children to the subject of geology and its role in the world around them.

This book discusses how rocks and fossils help show us the ways Earth has changed--and what is in store for the future.

Examines the natural forces that create and shape rocks and minerals and explains how rocks and minerals influence every day life.

Describes how sedimentary rocks are formed, where they are found, and their uses.

Describes how metamorphic rocks are formed, where they are found, and their uses.

Describes how igneous rocks are formed, where they are found, and their uses.

Simple text and color photos present a basic introduction to rocks, explaining where they are found, what they look like, and how the three types of rock--igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic--form.