"A stone is not just a stone: a stone is a story. Embark on a journey across time to see how one stone can change and transform, from magma under Earth's crust, to the sand swept up by a rushing river, to the very heart of the tallest mountain. Watch what happens when rain, ice, and wind mold this rock into something new, something you might even hold in your hand--something full of endless possibility"--Provided by publisher.
In this book, you'll learn about more than 40 careers in geoscience, opporunities and resources for women, typical educational paths, methods of exploring these fields while in school, key skills for success, and much more.
Volcanoes and avalanches are extreme natural events on opposite ends of the temperature spectrum -- volcanoes cause destruction with hot lava, while avalanches do their damage with ice and snow. With the help of text that's broken down into manageable sections and visual elements such as graphic organizers and diagrams, readers enhance their understanding of the science behind volcanic eruptions and avalanches. Specific case studies emphasize the way humans are impacted by these disasters, and maps highlight areas where infamous disasters have occurred. The eye-catching design makes use of both illustrations and vivid photographs to keep readers engaged as they learn.
When earthquakes and tsunamis happen, they often make headlines. People often wonder why they happen and why they seem to strike certain areas more than others. Readers find the answers in this exciting and educational look at two of the deadliest kinds of natural disasters. Essential earth science topics are explored in the main text and fact boxes, and case studies help readers see how those topics affect real people around the world. Maps, illustrations, photographs, and graphic organizers are all part of a dynamic design that makes readers feel like the scientists who study these disasters.
An introduction to sediment, covering what it is, where it fits into the rock cycle, where it can be found, and more. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.
An introduction to magma, covering what it is, where it fits into the rock cycle, where it can be found, and more. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.
