Earth's Rocks in Review

Some of the most amazing landforms on Earth, from the Grand Canyon to vast sand dunes, have been created by erosion. This book introduces readers to this exciting earth science concept, while explaining how it fits in with the rock cycle. Readers will learn about how erosion shapes the face of the earth, and why it's so important. Vibrant color photographs are paired with accessible hi-lo text to give readers a deep understanding of the topic. Fact boxes and a graphic organizer highlight important information in an engaging way. This book will show readers why erosion rocks!

Most of Earth is made up of rocks, but how are they formed? This book introduces readers to the rock cycle, an incredible natural process that shapes the earth. Readers will learn about the different kinds of rocks-igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic-and how they might change over time. Vibrant photographs and accessible hi-lo text work together to relay important information about the rock cycle. Fact boxes and a graphic organizer present exciting facts in a new way. Readers will love learning about this natural process that truly rocks!

Igneous rocks are created with magma cools down and crystallizes. This book introduces readers to different kinds of igneous rocks, such as basalt and granite, and explains how such rocks are formed. Readers will also gain a deep understanding of the rock cycle and how igneous rocks fit into it. Detailed color photographs and accessible hi-lo text introduce igneous rocks to readers, while graphic organizers and fact boxes highlight particularly exciting information. This book will show readers why igneous rocks...rock!

Metamorphic rocks are a great example of change; they start out as another kind of rock, but change dramatically under high pressure, heat, or another natural force. This book introduces readers to this fascinating part of the rock cycle, using bright color photographs and accessible hi-lo text. Readers will learn about common metamorphic rocks such as schist and marble, including how they were made and how they're used. Graphic organizers and fact boxes showcase exciting information about this kind of rock. Readers will come to appreciate why metamorphic rocks... rock!

Minerals are all around us-in the water we drink, in the soil, and in many tools we use each day. This book introduces readers to some amazing minerals, such as copper and cobalt. Readers will learn what minerals are, where they're found, and how they're used. They will also learn how minerals are a part of the rock cycle. Stunning photographs and accessible hi-lo text allow readers to have an up-close look at the world's most interesting minerals. Graphic organizers and fact boxes highlight important facts. This book is sure to show readers why minerals...rock!

Sedimentary rocks are created when little pieces of rocks, minerals, and organic matter meld together. This book introduces readers to super sedimentary rocks, such as limestone, coal, and sandstone. Readers will learn about where sedimentary rocks are found, how they're used, and how they fit into the rock cycle. Incredible photographs of sedimentary rocks are paired with accessible hi-lo text to give readers a comprehensive reading experience. Fact boxes and a graphic organizer highlight fascinating facts about sedimentary rocks. Readers will love learning about why sedimentary rocks... rock!