rocks, igneous

Provides an overview of igneous rocks including how they were formed, their characteristics, where they are found, and uses throughout the world.

Explains what igneous rock is and how it forms, examines different types of igneous rocks, and looks at how they are used.

Granite is just one of the many interesting kinds of igneous rock. This book teaches young readers how igneous rock forms, introduces several kinds of igneous rock, and explains why igneous rock is so important.

Describes the different types of rocks that are created by volcanic eruptions.

Provides one hundred facts about Earth's rocks and minerals, and includes illustrations, cartoons, and quizzes.

Presents a short study of igneous rocks and how they are formed, the various types of igneous rocks such as obsidian and pumice, and the importance of igneous rocks to the study of the earth.

Discusses different kinds of volcanoes, their causes, and the various igneous rocks which they produce.

Describes some of the properties and uses of igneous rocks.

An introduction to igneous rock, explaining what it is and how it forms, identifying the properties of igneous rock, looking at the landforms created by igneous rock, and discussing its usefulness to people. Includes diagrams and resources for further study.

Photographs and text describe what granite and other igneous rocks are, how they are formed and used, and the various kinds of igneous such as basalt, obsidian, and gabbro.