minerals

A book for middle schoolers with safe, practical earth science experiments they can perform at home.

Teaches young readers about minerals, and how scientists study them. Includes step-by-step instructions for related projects.

An introductory guide to mineral and rock collecting, with illustrations and descriptions of minerals, divided into classifications of metallic and non-metallic minerials, and igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks, providing identifying information about each specimen's distinctive features, appearance, color, occurrence, along with interesting facts; includes information on home and field equipment, and how to catalog the collection.

Full-color photographs and simple text describe how minerals are formed, different kinds of rocks, and how they change.

Presents an introduction to minerals, explaining what they are, examining the rock cycle, discussing types of minerals and their identification, looking at the uses of minerals, and including tips on rock collecting and finding minerals.

Includes information on collecting and identifying minerals, and sections on metallic, nonmetallic, gem and rock-forming minerals, and on igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks.

Simple text and photographs briefly introduce learning young readers to minerals.

An introduction to rocks, minerals, and fossils found on Earth.

"In this book, readers will learn about the unique chemical makeup that creates minerals. Full-color photos and . . . leveled text will engage readers as they learn more about the characteristics that can be used to identify minerals"--Provided by publisher.

An exploration of rocks and minerals, covering the identification of the most important minerals, their physical and chemical properties, and the environments in which they form.