An introduction to rocks and minerals including how they are formed.

Rocks can be made of many different minerals. By looking at rocks closely, we can tell where they were formed and what conditions they were created in. How do we know these things? And how do we tell different types of rocks apart? Learn about ways to research rocks and what they can teach us about our world.

"100 fun facts about rocks, minerals, gems, and all things shiny"-- Provided by publisher.

Explores rocks and the Earth's crust with Rudie the origami dinosaur.

Details the sedimentary rocks, including breccia, conglomerate, and halite, that are found around the Earth, and explains how they are formed, where they are found, and how they are utilized.

Introduces the rock cycle and its impact on Earth. Readers will gain insight into the three basic forms of rocks, how they are formed, and how they change into each other.

"Information about gems, rocks, and other shiny objects on the planet, for children"-- Provided by publisher.

Describes the three types of rocks and how each type is formed and becomes part of the rock cycle.

An Anthology of Rocks and Minerals pairs photography with storybook descriptions to teach children about a wide selection of rocks and minerals, each accompanied by a photograph and an illustration.