Download or read book Geology Rocks written by Cindy Blobaum and published by Williamson Books. This book was released on 1999 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents fifty hands-on activities to introduce the science of geology and explain the formation and history of the earth.
Download or read book Geology From Experience written by E. Kirsten Peters and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2000-11-05 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Moving away from the observation-and-vocabulary focus of traditional physical geology lab manuals, Peters and Davis's Geology from Experience offers experiments that favor hands-on involvement and scientific problem-solving. Students are asked to use geological tools and techniques; analyze data from observation, experiment and research; solve simple equations; and make assessments and relevant predictions. This approach, class-tested with great success by the authors, gives students a real taste of the scientific experience by revealing the ways geologists actually do their work.
Download or read book Geology Activity Book For Kids written by Meghan Vestal and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2022-02-01 with total page 127 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Help kids discover how mountains are formed and rocks are made with this interactive geology book for ages 5-7 Learning about rocks and minerals is a lot more fun when kids can get their hands dirty. This book on rocks teaches budding scientists all about planet Earth through 19 geological topics that feature hands-on experiments, on-page activities, and fascinating facts. What sets this geology book apart from other rock books for kids: Real-life experiments—Kids can see what it's like to be a geologist with simple yet fascinating experiments such as pulling core samples from a candy bar, growing crystals, and creating a volcanic eruption! Earth-based activities—A variety of games, puzzles, and facts help young readers better understand geological concepts and build their scientific vocabulary. Rock spotting—This is also a rock identification book where kids can learn how to identify the rocks and minerals being used in the world around them, from the kitchen to the classroom. Inspire geology kids with this interactive exploring nature activity book—it's a standout among geology books for kids.
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 Get Hands On with Rocks and Minerals written by Alix Wood and published by 'The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc'. This book was released on 2021-07-15 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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 them think for themselves about important principles.
Download or read book Hands on Geology written by Ruth Heather Macdonald and published by Sepm Society for Sedimentary. This book was released on 1991-01-01 with total page 105 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Grade level: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, p, e, i, s, t.
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 Land and Water Grades 3 6 written by Bob DeWeese and published by . This book was released on 1994-06-01 with total page 16 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here are teacher demonstrations, student hands-on activities, and student journals, plus a two-sided poster in each book that presents information on one side, and a learning game on the other. It is science education at its best, balancing process and content.
Download or read book Hands On Science Geology written by Lola M. Schaefer and published by Charlesbridge Publishing. This book was released on 2023-10-03 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Press Here meets Bill Nye the Science Guy in this interactive STEM picture book about rocks, minerals, and Earth science. Welcome to the geology lab! In this interactive picture book, young scientists use their imagination to bring experiments to life. They slide tectonic plates together to create earthquakes, blow on a mountain to make a volcano erupt, and press their hands in mud to make a fossil. After predicting what will happen next, eager readers turn the page to see the results. Educator and author Lola M. Schaefer draws on her years in the classroom to make science fun and accessible. Back matter includes a simple experiment for investigating rocks and minerals in the real world.
Download or read book Little Learning Labs Geology for Kids abridged paperback edition written by Garret Romaine and published by Quarry Books. This book was released on 2019-09-17 with total page 83 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dig in and learn about the Earth under your feet. Little Learning Labs: Geology for Kids features 26 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 these 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 Little Learning Labs: Geology for Kids actively engages readers in simple, creative activities that reveal the larger world at work. The popular Little Learning Labs series (based on the larger format 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, geology, math, and even bugs—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 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 Little Learning Labs.
Download or read book Hands On Geology Set written by Alix Wood and published by . This book was released on 2021-08-15 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What's the best way to learn about geology? By getting your hands dirty, of course! Each of the science titles in this set guides readers on fact-finding missions, encouraging them to ask questions, search for answers, and think like a geologist. Not only is each page is loaded with important facts, but readers will also find numerous scientific activities and projects so they can get hands-on with geology. Colorful illustrations show geological principles and science activities and are sure to draw in readers of all levels. If you're ready to dig into geology, this set is the perfect place to start!
Download or read book Get Hands On with Earth s Layers written by Alix Wood and published by 'The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc'. This book was released on 2021-07-15 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What’s under your feet as you walk outside? There’s more than just grass and dirt under there! Young readers will learn more about Earth’s layers, from the rocky crust to the dense inner core, in this intriguing book. Color illustrations and photographs, as well as many hands-on activities and projects, provide additional context to ideas such as plate tectonics, early continents, and other topics related to the elementary science curriculum.
Download or read book Understanding the Earth written by Garret Romaine and published by Quarry Books. This book was released on 2018-08 with total page 18 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Understanding the Earth engages kids with eleven hands-on labs that are not only educational, but fun to do. The interactive activities educate children on meteorites, the makeup of the Earth, and the beauty of Earth's treasures. Explore the Earth's surface to find curios and rocks, and learn about the prehistoric Earth as well as the makeup and mysteries of other planets in space" -- back cover.
Download or read book Adventures in Geology written by Jack Hassard and published by . This book was released on 1989 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Rocks and Minerals written by Chris Eboch and published by Inquire & Investigate. This book was released on 2020 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents a glimpse under the surface of the earth.
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.
Download or read book Hands on Earth Science written by and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
