"In this book, readers will learn about the layers of minerals and other rocks that compress and form sedimentary rocks. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage readers as they learn more about the characteristics of sedimentary rocks and where on Earth they are found"--

This book describes how rocks and minerals are formed by geological processes, and how they are used in our lives.

"It's a beautiful day in Deanville, and the gang is presented with a new challenge. How will the kids solve this difficult new task? And how does a Greek mathematician play an important role? Think like an engineer and read The Mighty Lever Endeavor to find out"--

Introduces special rocks and pictures many different gems and gives brief information about each one.

"Happy Spring...or not... because this is the WORST Spring book in the whole entire world! Spring is AMAZING! What could be so bad about a Spring book? Is the bee on the cover a friendly tickle-bee or a 'watch out it's going to sting me' bee?? Will Nameless the Rock 'spring' out of this or will he be stuck in yet another WORST BOOK??? The Worst Spring Book in the Whole Entire World is a humorous and witty tale for young and seasoned readers. No Spring...

Turtle really likes standing in his favorite spot. He likes it so much that he asks his friend Armadillo to come over and stand in it, too. But now that Armadillo is standing in that spot, he has a bad feeling about it . . . This book is a meditation on the workings of friendship, fate, shared futuristic visions, and that funny feeling you get that there's something off somewhere, but you just can't put your finger on it. -- Provided by publisher....

Detailed full-color spreads help beginning naturalists observe and understand over 150 types of rocks and minerals.

"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...