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3) Minerals
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree
Pub. Date
2004
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes what minerals are, where they are found, how they are mined, and how they are used.
8) Minerals
Author
Series
Publisher
Jump!, Inc
Pub. Date
[2024]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"In Minerals, beginning readers are introduced to Earth's minerals, where they can be found, and how people use them in everyday life. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage beginning readers as they learn what makes minerals building blocks to many materials on Earth. A picture diagram shows where minerals can be found in many everyday items, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about minerals...
Author
Publisher
Harper, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Pub. Date
[2017]
Description
Science writer Seymour Simon explains to readers the different types of rocks and minerals with facts and full-color photographs. Readers will learn how to identify and classify various kinds of stones, such as granite, sandstone, basalt, quartz, and crystal.
Author
Publisher
QEB
Pub. Date
2018.
Description
Learn about how fossils form, where different rocks are found and how minerals are used in everyday life. From prehistoric birds and petrified plants, to sparkling diamonds and poisonous lead, discover the world's most amazing rocks, fossils, minerals and gems.
15) Rocks & minerals
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Find our about the rocks beneath your feet and te minerals they contain. Discover how they are used--from the graphite in pencils, to precious metals and gems. Learn the secrets of ancient fossils and how new rocks are made."--Back cover
"Unearth a treasure trove of geological knowledge with this in-depth guide to over 500 rocks and minerals"--
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Description
Discover how trilobite remains have been found on every continent on our planet. Find out how the marsupial lion Thylaceleo had the most powerful bite of any mammal ever to walk the Earth. This book showcases the astonishing remains that record life through the ages.
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Description
Discover why a sapphire can only be scratched by a diamond or by another sapphire. Learn how jade has been used for centuries by cultures all over the world to make jewelry. From rubies to diamonds, this book showcases some of the world's most desired gemstones and jewels.
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Description
Discover how feldspars are the most abundant minerals in Earth's crust. Learn how amber is actually a fossil - part of an ancient tree that lived millions of years ago. From opals to pearls, this book reveals a collection of organic minerals that have been made by living things.
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Description
Discover how horseshoe crabs have lived in the ocean for 300 million years. Learn all about the giant clam - the largest shellfish of all, which can live for 100 years. This book takes you on a magical journey through some of the wonders of our oceans.
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