An introduction to the rock cycle that discusses types of rocks, how it works, weathering, erosion, sediment, fossils, the work of geologists, and other related topics.
Describes the rock cycle and discusses different types of rocks, erosion, fossils, and other related topics.
A visual guide that examines the characteristics and significance of the elements of the periodic table, and explores uses for the elements.
Presents information and instructions for activities related to chemical elements found on Earth and in outer space.
An introduction to the periodic table, covering its organization, the information it contains, how it is used, and how elements combine to form other elements.
Presents the basic concepts of chemistry and explains complex theories before offering a separate article on each of the building blocks that make up the universe.
A guide to chemical elements and the periodic table that features facts, experiments, and hands-on activities.
Describes planet Earth, including its place in space, earth forms, and weather.
Examines various aspects of rocks and minerals - including formation, classes, uses, and the earth's crust - with detailed illustrations and photographs.
Investigates the world of rocks and minerals, covering such topics as the earth's crust, the identification of minerals, and how rocks are changed by heat and pressure.
Simon Basher provides an illustrated introduction to rocks, gems, crystals, fossils, and other materials that form the foundation of the planet Earth.
Provides photographs and information about rocks and minerals, discussing how rocks form, the different types of rocks, rock erosion and movement, metals, and other related topics. Includes a glossary.
Examines the nature, formation, and different kinds of rocks and minerals and explains how to collect them.
An introduction to rocks and minerals that features color photographs and facts about the world, the life and death of rocks, and gems.
Full-color photographs and simple text describe how minerals are formed, different kinds of rocks, and how they change.
Contains a collection of science fair project ideas, exploring the various topics of geology and earth science, with information on rocks, minerals, crystals, and related topics. Includes glossary and a list of sources for materials.
Illustrated guide to the world of geology and paleontology, looking at how the study of rocks and minerals reveals information about the Earth's history, touring some of the world's most notable sites, and offering details on various specimens and collecting.
Explains how mountains are created and how the surface of the earth changes.