Download or read book Geology Lab for Kids written by Garret Romaine and published by Quarry Books. This book was released on 2017-05-15 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dig in and learn about the Earth under your feet. Geology Lab for Kids features 52 simple, inexpensive, and fun experiments that explore the Earth’s surface, structure, and processes. This family-friendly guide explores the wonders of geology, such as the formation of crystals and fossils, the layers of the Earth’s crust, and how water shapes mountains, valleys, and canyons. There is no excuse for boredom with a year’s worth of captivating STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) activities. In this book, you will learn: How to identify the most common rocks and minerals How to maintain and display your rock collection How insects are trapped and preserved in amber How geysers and volcanoes form and erupt How layers of rock reveal a record of time How to pan for gold like a real prospector Geology is an exciting science that helps us understand the world we live in, and Geology Lab for Kids actively engages readers in simple, creative activities that reveal the larger world at work. The popular Lab for Kids series features a growing list of books that share hands-on activities and projects on a wide host of topics, including art, astronomy, clay, bugs, math, and even how to create your own circus—all authored by established experts in their fields. Each lab contains a complete materials list, clear step-by-step photographs of the process, as well as finished samples. The labs can be used as singular projects or as part of a yearlong curriculum of experiential learning. The activities are open-ended, designed to be explored over and over, often with different results. Geared toward being taught or guided by adults, they are enriching for a range of ages and skill levels. Gain firsthand knowledge on your favorite topic with Lab for Kids.
Download or read book Geology for Kids written by Patrick Nurre and published by . This book was released on 2016-12-28 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This geology textbook is for grades 3-6 and was designed with homeschoolers in mind. From a young-Earth global-Flood perspective. Topics covered: * Where the rocks came from * Minerals and Rock Types * History of Geology and Earth Science * The Global Flood * Fossils * Dinosaurs * Ocean geology * Color illustrations * Activities * 144 pages Many parents also like to purchase with this, "Geology for Kids, Geology Journal." It is a companion to the textbook with activities, reports, writing and vocabulary.
Download or read book Rocks and Minerals Activity Book written by Jonah S. Jacobson and published by Coloring Nature. This book was released on 2021-04-13 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This geology-themed coloring book includes educational content, as well as interactive activities such as mazes and word finds.
Download or read book Timefulness written by Marcia Bjornerud and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2020-02-11 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explains why an awareness of Earth's temporal rhythms is critical to planetary survival and offers suggestions for how to create a more time-literate society.
Download or read book Earth s Geographical Features Hills Mountains Glaciers Volcanoes and Oceans Geology Book for Kids Junior Scholars Edition Children s Earth Sciences Books written by Baby Professor and published by Speedy Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2019-04-15 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Earth has geographical features that are results of its internal processes. In this ebook, you will read about some of these geographical features namely hills, mountains, glaciers, volcanoes and oceans. Learn the characteristics of each of them, as well as interesting facts about them. Grab a copy and start reading today.
Download or read book National Geographic Readers Rocks and Minerals written by Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld and published by National Geographic Society. This book was released on 2012-08-14 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From dazzling gemstones to sparkling crystals to molten lava, this brilliantly illustrated book introduces children to the exciting world of rocks and minerals, including both the building blocks and the bling. This level two reader, written in easy-to-grasp text, will help cultivate the geologists of tomorrow! This high-interest, educationally vetted series of beginning readers features the magnificent images of National Geographic, accompanied by texts written by experienced, skilled children's book authors. The inside back cover of the paperback edition is an interactive feature based upon the book. Level 1 books reinforce the content of the book with a kinesthetic learning activity. In Level 2 books readers complete a Cloze letter, or fun fill-in, with vocabulary words. Releases simultaneously in Reinforced Library Binding: 978-1-4263-1039-3 National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.
Download or read book Aerial Geology written by Mary Caperton Morton and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2017-10-04 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Get your head into the clouds with Aerial Geology.” —The New York Times Book Review Aerial Geology is an up-in-the-sky exploration of North America’s 100 most spectacular geological formations. Crisscrossing the continent from the Aleutian Islands in Alaska to the Great Salt Lake in Utah and to the Chicxulub Crater in Mexico, Mary Caperton Morton brings you on a fantastic tour, sharing aerial and satellite photography, explanations on how each site was formed, and details on what makes each landform noteworthy. Maps and diagrams help illustrate the geological processes and clarify scientific concepts. Fact-filled, curious, and way more fun than the geology you remember from grade school, Aerial Geology is a must-have for the insatiably curious, armchair geologists, million-mile travelers, and anyone who has stared out the window of a plane and wondered what was below.
Download or read book Rocks and What We Know About Them Geology for Kids Children s Earth Sciences Books written by Baby Professor and published by Speedy Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2017-03-15 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rocks are identifiers of Earth. The composition of our rocks are different from those in Mars. Rocks are important pieces that tell scientists about the geology of a certain region. Other pieces of information found in rocks include the abundance or absence of certain minerals. Learn more about rocks and the Earth’s geology. Read this book today!
Download or read book Geology Crafts for Kids written by Alan Anderson and published by Sterling Publishing Company Incorporated. This book was released on 1998-06 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes activities designed to explore the broad spectrum of geologic phenomena such as plate tectonics, continental drift, mountain and valley formation, and erosion.
Download or read book Little Kids First Big Book of Rocks Minerals and Shells written by Moira Rose Donohue and published by National Geographic Kids. This book was released on 2021-07-13 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Featuring more than two hundred photos, this interactive introduction to the Earth's rocks, minerals, gemstones, fossils, and shells is filled with fascinating facts as well as breathtaking natural sites.
Download or read book Geology For Kids Pictionary Geology Encyclopedia Of Terms Children s Rock Mineral Books written by Baby Professor and published by Speedy Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2017-12-01 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a pictionary used to facilitate the visual learning of rocks and minerals. Kids need short written explanations using age-appropriate language strengthened by complementing pictures. This way, information is better understood and remembered. Help your child expand his/her knowledge beyond what is learned in classrooms. Add this pictionary to your collection today.
Download or read book Exploring Geology written by Stephen J. Reynolds and published by . This book was released on 2015-02-16 with total page 591 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book My Book of Rocks and Minerals written by Devin Dennie and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2017-07-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A stunning visual reference book for little geologists who love to find fascinating rocks all around them. Identify colorful gemstones, sparkly crystals, the toughest rocks, and ancient fossils. Packed with fun facts, information, and extensive photos all about the rocks and minerals that make up the world around us. Interactive learning that engages young scholarly minds. Learn about 64 different types of rocks and minerals, how to tell the difference between them and where to find them. Dig into all the interesting geological materials from deep space to the deepest caves. You’ll even discover glow in the dark minerals and living gems! Find out about the stuff our world is made of, and how rocks and minerals form over time. This captivating book introduces children to hands-on science with fun activities like starting your own impressive rock collection and how to stay safe on your rock finding missions. Written for kids aged 6 to 9 with bite-sized information and explanations. The easy-to-understand language gives them a rock-solid foundation for science subjects. The geology book includes the phonetic pronunciation of the rock and mineral names so your little one will sound like a rock expert in no time. Rockin’ It With Stones And Minerals • Stunning high-quality photographs. • Inspiring activities for little Earth scientists. • Over 64 types of rocks, their properties, and how they are formed.
Download or read book Focus on Middle School Geology Student Textbook Softcover written by Phd Rebecca W. Keller and published by Real Science-4-Kids. This book was released on 2012-12 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Focus On Middle School Geology Student Textbook introduces young students to the scientific discipline of geology. Students will learn about the many branches of geology; the steps in the scientific method; tools and equipment used by geologists; rocks, minerals, and soils—how they are formed and what they are made of; the various layers inside Earth and how they function; the dynamic Earth—plate tectonics and the formation of mountains, volcanoes, and earthquakes; the atmosphere—its layers and composition; the hydrosphere, including the hydrologic cycle, oceans, freshwater, and human interactions; the biosphere—its cycles and ecosystems; magnetism, Earth’s magnetic field, and the magnetosphere; Earth as a system and Earth System Science; and more. The Focus On Middle School Geology Student Textbook has ten full color chapters with many illustrations and includes a glossary and pronunciation guide at the back of the book. Grades 5-8.
Download or read book Geology of the Pacific Northwest written by Cynthia Light Brown and published by Nomad Press (VT). This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Venturing through two of the most diverse and fascinating regions of North America, these activity books combine the subjects of geology and physical geography while making them captivating and fun. With a different approach, this series reveals the underlying processes for kids, explaining each region’s evolution and illustrating the different forces of nature that have changed the continent over time. The lush forests of the Pacific Northwest, the dry and arid deserts of the Southwest, and even the volcanoes and rainforests of Hawaii are all explored in detail as the chapters chronicle the effects of plate tectonics; landforms such as mountains, plateaus, and canyons; and the elements of climates and ecosystems. A plethora of hands-on projects ensure the learning process is both engaging and entertaining, including making a swamp cooler, creating a rift zone, building a seismograph, constructing basalt columns and water wheels to harness the power of a river, fashioning moving tectonic plates, and even mimicking nature’s process of carving an arch.
Download or read book Geology written by Bold Kids and published by . This book was released on 2022-02-20 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kids love learning about rocks and how they formed. This is the best way to help them learn about geology. The subject is fascinating, and it is a great way to make science fun and accessible for young students. You'll be amazed at what you'll learn! This eBook includes facts about the history of Earth and rocks. It will help kids develop an interest in earth science and its fascinating properties. There are also several other features, such as full-color photographs and dynamic graphic organizers.Rocks form when the earth's forces squeeze and heat them. Faults form when these forces act on the rock. These lines are interesting to geologists because they tell them how rock forms over time. Breaking faults can cause earthquakes. In addition to rocks, soil contains lots of pbooks, including rotten animals and leaves. It covers most of the Earth, and plants live in it. By studying rock structures and how they formed, geologists can learn more about our planet's history.The study of rocks isn't just limited to rocks. It also involves the study of the ocean floor and other natural features. It tells us about the evolution of our planet, giving us clues about the past. It also provides us with a detailed picture of the earth's changes over time. This knowledge is important because it helps us understand the world we live in. Moreover, it helps us make our homes safer and more comfortable.
Download or read book Geology for Kids written by Meghan Vestal and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2020-09-08 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take a trek to the center of the earth with Geology for Kids Set off on an adventure 4.6 billion years in the making with Geology for Kids. Start at the red-hot center of Earth and learn about each layer until you reach the rocky crust. Discover how mountains, valleys, and oceans form, and uncover secrets about the planet you call home. (Did you know that only 20% of deserts are covered by sand, and some can be blistering cold in the winter?) Geology for Kids is jam-packed with facts, illustrations, and photos that will teach you how volcanoes erupt, why earthquakes shake the land, and what causes tsunamis with waves 100 feet high. And when you're ready to go from curious kid to certified rock hound, use the photographic guide to help you identify rocks and minerals in your own backyard. Your collection will be the best on the block! Get your hands dirty—Use the sidebars with fun and engaging activities for a hands-on learning experience. What's the word?—The helpful glossary in Geology for Kids introduces you to plenty of geological words and terms. More to discover—Find out about the best places to visit in the country for fun adventures like The Grand Canyon, Arches National Park, and Glacier Bay National Park. It's time to dig deep into your geological curiosity with Geology for Kids.
