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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Unearth a treasure trove of geological knowledge with this in-depth guide to over 500 rocks and minerals Learn how rocks are formed and how to recognize them by their unique qualities and colors. This is a wonderful book for beginners, students and rock collecting enthusiasts that includes the latest scientific research and specimen classification.
2) Study soils
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2020].
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Study Soils introduces readers to what makes up soil, from humus and plants and animals to water and air. Learn how weathering, erosion, parent material, decay, bacteria, organic matter, climate, and time contribute to soil formation. A geology-themed project provides the opportunity for hands-on experience." --
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2020].
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Examine Minerals introduces readers to what minerals are, how they form, and how we use them today. Learn how to identify minerals, including color, luster, streak, fracture, hardness, specific gravity, magnetism, and fluorescence. A geology-themed project provides the opportunity for hands-on experience. Other features include a table of contents, fun facts, infographics, sidebars, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to...
5) Minerals
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"In this book, readers will learn about the unique chemical makeup that creates minerals. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage readers as they learn more about the characteristics that can be used to identify minerals"--
6) Rocks
Author
Pub. Date
[2018]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
From volcanic pumice to transformed marble, learn all about rocks in five easy-to-read chapters. This book captivates young readers through vibrant, full-color photographs. Zoom in even deeper with a key stats section and bolded glossary words. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
7) Minerals
Author
Series
Pub. Date
℗♭2016
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Young readers will be amazed to learn what a mineral is and how it is made. This title is informative yet simple. Big text and simple sentences combined with vibrant photographs will entertain readers and strengthen their reading skills. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.
8) Rocks
Author
Series
Pub. Date
©2016
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Young readers will be amazed to learn about the different kinds of rocks, how they are made, and why they are important to humans. This title is informative yet simple. Big text and simple sentences combined with vibrant photographs will entertain readers and strengthen their reading skills. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.
9) Ores
Author
Series
Pub. Date
©2016
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Young readers will be amazed to learn what an ores are, how they are made, and how we use them every day. This title is informative yet simple. Big text and simple sentences combined with vibrant photographs will entertain readers and strengthen their reading skills. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.
10) Minerals
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
From table salt to graphite pencils, learn all about minerals and how we use them in five easy-to-read chapters. This book captivates young readers through vibrant, full-color photographs. Zoom in even deeper with a key stats section and bolded glossary words. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
11) Rocks & Minerals
Author
Pub. Date
1988
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Text and photographs examine the creation, importance, erosion, mining and uses of rocks and minerals.
12) Turquoise
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2014
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book introduces turquoise, the gemstone that's name is French for "Turkish," describing how it is found, where it is found, and how it is used.
13) Jade
Author
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Explores the history and types of jade, where it is found and how it is used.
15) Ores
Author
Pub. Date
[2018]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
From mining for metals to copper pennies, learn all about ores in five easy-to-read chapters. This book captivates young readers through vibrant, full-color photographs. Zoom in even deeper with a key stats section and bolded glossary words. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.--
Author
Pub. Date
[2021]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book introduces readers to the colorful Rainbow Mountain in Peru and how this natural phenomenon came to be. Features include a table of contents, fun facts, infographics, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. DiscoverRoo is an imprint of Pop!, a division of ABDO.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2022.
Description
Rocks and minerals are the building blocks of our world, but there's a huge and fascinating variety of these materials, from the roundest gray pond rock to the most brilliant and sparkly diamond. Readers will learn about all manner of rocks and minerals, as well as their properties, types, and uses. Color photos and diagrams allow curious geologists in training to study rocks and minerals in detail, while hands-on activities and projects will encourage...