Rocks & Minerals, Grades 5 - 8

Rocks & Minerals, Grades 5 - 8
Author: Logan
Publisher: Mark Twain Media
Total Pages: 83
Release: 2002-07-03
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1580378692

Connect students in grades 5 and up with science using Rocks and Minerals. This 80-page book covers topics such as the layers of the earth, mineral identification, igneous rocks, sand, and fossils. It contains subject-specific concepts and terminology, inquiry-based activities, challenge questions, extension activities, assessments, curriculum resources, a bibliography, and materials lists. The book supports National Science Education Standards, NCTM standards, and Standards for Technological Literacy.

National Geographic Readers: Rocks and Minerals

National Geographic Readers: Rocks and Minerals
Author: Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld
Publisher: National Geographic Society
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2012-08-14
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1426312830

From dazzling gemstones to sparkling crystals to molten lava, this brilliantly illustrated book introduces children to the exciting world of rocks and minerals, including both the building blocks and the bling. This level two reader, written in easy-to-grasp text, will help cultivate the geologists of tomorrow! This high-interest, educationally vetted series of beginning readers features the magnificent images of National Geographic, accompanied by texts written by experienced, skilled children's book authors. The inside back cover of the paperback edition is an interactive feature based upon the book. Level 1 books reinforce the content of the book with a kinesthetic learning activity. In Level 2 books readers complete a Cloze letter, or fun fill-in, with vocabulary words. Releases simultaneously in Reinforced Library Binding: 978-1-4263-1039-3 National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.

Rocks and Minerals

Rocks and Minerals
Author: Caroline Bingham
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Total Pages: 48
Release: 2004
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780789497604

Discusses how different rocks are formed, describes various types of metal, and provides both past and current uses of these materials.

My Little Book of Rocks, Minerals and Gems

My Little Book of Rocks, Minerals and Gems
Author: Claudia Martin
Publisher: QEB Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2017-05-02
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781682971475

What are rocks and minerals? Why are there so many different kinds? From the way that rocks are formed to identifying gem stones, My Little Book of Rocks provides the answers for budding geologists, using clear, concise text along with full color illustrations and photographs.

Rocks and Minerals

Rocks and Minerals
Author: Ann Squire
Publisher: Children's Press(CT)
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2002
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780516269856

Ideal for today's young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

My Book of Rocks and Minerals

My Book of Rocks and Minerals
Author: Devin Dennie
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 98
Release: 2017-07-11
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1465494510

A stunning visual reference book for little geologists who love to find fascinating rocks all around them. Identify colorful gemstones, sparkly crystals, the toughest rocks, and ancient fossils. Packed with fun facts, information, and extensive photos all about the rocks and minerals that make up the world around us. Interactive learning that engages young scholarly minds. Learn about 64 different types of rocks and minerals, how to tell the difference between them and where to find them. Dig into all the interesting geological materials from deep space to the deepest caves. You'll even discover glow in the dark minerals and living gems! Find out about the stuff our world is made of, and how rocks and minerals form over time. This captivating book introduces children to hands-on science with fun activities like starting your own impressive rock collection and how to stay safe on your rock finding missions. Written for kids aged 6 to 9 with bite-sized information and explanations. The easy-to-understand language gives them a rock-solid foundation for science subjects. The geology book includes the phonetic pronunciation of the rock and mineral names so your little one will sound like a rock expert in no time. Rockin' It With Stones And Minerals - Stunning high-quality photographs. - Inspiring activities for little Earth scientists. - Over 64 types of rocks, their properties, and how they are formed.

Rocks, Minerals and Gems

Rocks, Minerals and Gems
Author: John Farndon
Publisher: Australian Geographic
Total Pages:
Release: 2017-01-10
Genre:
ISBN: 9781742459400

The definitive guide to rocks, minerals and gems, this title includes an introduction to rocks and minerals and how they form, and a quick guide to what you need and where to look. There is also a complete guide to identifying rocks and minerals and everything you need to know to start building a collection. Packed with fun facts and practical ......

Pocket Genius: Rocks and Minerals

Pocket Genius: Rocks and Minerals
Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 158
Release: 2016-01-19
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 074404670X

Profiling nearly 200 types of rocks and minerals from volcanic rocks and granite to sparkling diamonds and explosive sulfur, DK's Pocket Genius: Rocks and Minerals digs deep beneath the surface, informing young readers what each rock is made of, how they are formed and what they are used for, how to be a rock collector, and how to identify rocks and minerals. Also highlighting landmarks such as Devils Tower, Giant's Causeway, and Shiprock Pinnacle, this Pocket Genius title shows how rocks and minerals play a part in the formation of each. Catalog entries include facts provided at-a-glance information, while locator icons offer immediately recognizable references to aid navigation and understanding, and fact files round off the book with fun facts such as record breakers and timelines. Each mini-encyclopedia is filled with facts on subjects ranging from animals to history, cars to dogs, and Earth to space and combines a child-friendly layout with engaging photography and bite-size chunks of text that will encourage and inform even the most reluctant readers.

Science Experiments, Grades 5 - 8

Science Experiments, Grades 5 - 8
Author: Williams
Publisher: Mark Twain Media
Total Pages: 148
Release: 2015-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1483822753

With this comprehensive classroom supplement, students learn to focus on the scientific method and developing hypotheses. Topics covered include geology, oceanography, meteorology, astronomy, investigations into water salinity, radiation, planets, and more! A variety of experiment models are also included for further concept reinforcement. Mark Twain Media Publishing Company specializes in providing captivating, supplemental books and decorative resources to complement middle- and upper-grade classrooms. Designed by leading educators, the product line covers a range of subjects including mathematics, sciences, language arts, social studies, history, government, fine arts, and character. Mark Twain Media also provides innovative classroom solutions for bulletin boards and interactive whiteboards. Since 1977, Mark Twain Media has remained a reliable source for a wide variety of engaging classroom resources.