exploring the wonders of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks
Romaine, Garret
Rocking Out with Rocks is a family-friendly guide that teaches readers of all ages about the wonders of geology through activity based experiments and hands on learning. Learning all about how the earth uses minerals to create new rocks from fire, water, and heat.
An introduction to rocks and minerals, describing fifteen common varieties, five types of fossils, and seven different arrowheads and artifacts, with illustrations and instructions for related activities.
An illustrated introduction to geology that explains the forces responsible for creating rocks and minerals; the life cycles of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks; plate tectonics; the theory of continental drift; and how fossils are created and studied. Includes step-by-step instructions for twenty related activities.
Describes the properties and uses of several different kinds of rock, including heavy rocks, rough and smooth rocks, precious stones, and sand and glass.
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.