rocks

""A grandmother explores her special garden with her granddaughters. Wonder grows everywhere but Grandmother especially loves to show it in her story garden. She invites her granddaughters to join her there in a sweet meditation on the treasures she's brought to that magical place--the rocks, the shells, the crystals, the meteorites : how they came to be, how they were formed, how they each have a story to tell"--Provided by publisher.

"An epic journey through time. Through ice ages, meteor showers, and earthquakes, readers experience the formation of an ancient treasure. Meanwhile, somewhere in the present, a little girl sets out on a hike with her family. The two stories collide when the little girl finds something . . . on the side of a trail--a treasure forged over the course of hundreds of millions of years--the discovery of a precious heart rock"--Provided by publisher.

"From gemstones to fossils and beyond, Animated Science: Rocks and Minerals is the definitive guide to rocks and minerals for grade school readers. In this book, readers will explore the substances that make up our Earth ..."-- Provided by publisher.

"Introduces readers to what ores are, minerals that can be mined for profit. Learn about prospecting, exploration, aboveground and underground mining, extracting metals from ores, and the importance of protecting the environment. A geology-themed project provides the opportunity for hands-on experience"--Provided by publisher.

"Using scientific inquiry, readers will learn how to sort a rock collection into the correct categories. Through everyday connections to science in the real world, see how rocks form, how they change over time, and how they look. Includes a note to caregivers, a glossary, a discover activity, and career connections, as well as connections to science history"--Provided by publisher.

An introduction to rocks, their textures and surprises some contain, using simple text and photos.

"Kirby is a pessimistic kid. He's a good student with some close friends. But he's intimidated by schoolmate Lee, who always seems to have better grades and more friends. On the way home from school one day, Kirby saves a man from being hit by a truck. The man gives him a magic stone. You make a wish and rub the stone, the man tells Kirby. Your wish will come true. Kirby is skeptical, but then his wishes start to come true!"--Publishers website.

Readers will discover that there's a lot more to rocks and minerals than meets the eye. Budding geologists or any kid who likes to get to the bottom of things will find fascinating stats and facts accompanied by colorful photographs.

"100 fun facts about rocks, minerals, gems, and all things shiny"--Provided by publisher.

With all the endless, creative fun a child can have with a rock, the best thing one can do with one is to share it with a friend. Includes facts about rocks and rock collecting.