This title explains what organic gems are, how and where they form in nature, and why they are set apart from inorganic gemstones

"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...

"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...

"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...

"Learn about types of sedimentary rocks, how they form, where they are found, and how we use them every day."--Publisher's website.

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. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents Budding geologists can learn all about rocks, minerals, beautiful crystals,...

Provides a basic introduction to minerals, covering what they are, how they form, and their everyday uses.

Provides an introduction to metamorphic rocks, describing how they are formed, the various types that exist, and how they are used by humans.

This title covers what a sedimentary rock is and how and where it forms. It also briefly explains the incredible rock cycle.

This title covers what a metamorphic rock is and how and where it forms. It also briefly explains the incredible rock cycle.