" . . . images accompany information about igneous rocks. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--Provided by publisher.
A discussion of sedimentary rocks, describing the types of sedimentary rocks, the natural forces that contribute to their formation, how they are used, and what can be learned from the study of sedimentary rocks. Includes experiments.
Each layer of sedimentary rocks contains clues about what life was like at the time the layers were formed. Readers will uncover the science behind rock formation.
Introduces children to the earth's rock cycle, explaining how rocks are transformed into one of the three rock classifications, igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks, and describes the properties of each type.
Discusses how sedimentary rocks are formed from soil, gravel, dust, and other sediment, and how this type of rock is often affected by wind and water erosion.
Packed with stunning photographs of bright, shiny gems and more practical images of excavation and extraction, this book provides a colorful insight into the geology of our world.
