Lifeful Stories of Lifeless Rocks breathes life into the seemingly silent world of rocks, offering readers a captivating exploration through first-person narratives. This unique book transforms ordinary rocks into vibrant storytellers, revealing their ancient origins and their significant roles in shaping Earth's history and human civilization.Each chapter presents a rock's personal journey, from its formation and transformation to its impact on the...

Rocks may seem big and bulky, but they are in a constant cycle of change. Readers learn about the cycle rocks undergo to change from one kind into another as well as the factors that play a role in the process, such as heat, pressure, and weathering. As they uncover each part of the process, readers are entertained and informed and simultaneously able to further their learning of this important cycle outside of the classroom! Eye-catching graphics,...

Weathering breaks rock, then erosion moves it. Rocks can be found just about anywhere on and below Earth's surface--even on and under water. Readers learn about the processes of weathering and erosion in this book, uncovering the various forms rocks can take and the way humans can affect the processes. Eye-catching illustrations, age-appropriate text and captions, and a concluding quiz will engage readers from the first to last page. They can further...

You might have already noticed weathering and erosion in the world around you, be it potholes in the road or an overflowing stream after a bad storm. Readers are introduced to the basic concepts of weathering and erosion in an accessible, fun way that supports the science curriculum. Descriptive fact boxes and an understandable graphic organizer presents the material in an age-appropriate and engaging way, while full color photographs enhance the...

The polished gems in a beautiful necklace, a countertop, and table salt each have something in common: they're made of Earth's minerals. Readers are introduced to the formation of these minerals through age-appropriate fact boxes and a graphic organizer. Vivid photographs of minerals clarify information about identifying minerals using streak and hardness, allowing readers to further their STEM learning outside the classroom. It is a learning experience...

Known as "fire rocks," igneous rocks can form deep underground or on the surface and can be created from a volcanic eruption! Understanding the kinds of rocks that emerge from the super hot melted rock found beneath Earth's surface is an exciting reading experience. Accessible content allows readers to enhance their science curriculum. A graphic organizer presents the material in an understandable way, as fascinating photographs provide an in-depth...

Land takes center stage with this decodable title introducing key geography standards about land and landforms. Perfect for differentiating instruction for those readers in need of foundational reading skill support. In collaboration with World Book, this decodable series takes readers on a colorful journey across Earth's physical features, exploring oceans, atmosphere, biomes, and more!

From The Wave to The Old Man of Hoy, there are many different rock formations out there. But what type of rocks are these famous rock shapes made of? Learn all about super sedimentary rocks, including how they form, the ways they move from one place to another, and more. A final science lab activity engages young readers to get creative with what they've learned. It's a rockin' good time on Earth!

Boom! A volcano erupts in the distance with thick, orange liquid flowing down its slopes. As time passes, the lava hardens and cools into a solid rock. But what type of rock is it? Learn all about incredible igneous rocks, including how they form, what they're made out of, how they're used, and more. A final science lab activity engages young readers to get creative with what they've learned. It's a rockin' good time on Earth!

There are thousands of different kinds of rocks on Earth. They come in many different sizes and colors. But what are rocks made of? Learn all about mighty minerals, including how they can be found in rocks all around, what they're made out of, how they're used, and more. A final science lab activity engages young readers to get creative with what they've learned. It's a rockin' good time on Earth!