Akron Public Library

Unearth a treasure trove of geological knowledge with this in-depth guide to over 500 rocks and minerals Learn how rocks are formed and how to recognize them by their unique qualities and colors. This is a wonderful book for beginners, students and rock collecting enthusiasts that includes the latest scientific research and specimen classification.

Simple text and photographs provide an introduction to rocks.

Young readers will be amazed to learn about the different kinds of rocks, how they are made, and why they are important to humans. This title is informative yet simple. Big text and simple sentences combined with vibrant photographs will entertain readers and strengthen their reading skills. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.

Discusses the differences between rocks and minerals, their formation and composition, how they are mined, how they are used now, and how they may be used in the future.

Includes information on collecting and identifying minerals, and sections on metallic, nonmetallic, gem and rock-forming minerals, and on igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks.

A brief introduction to the type of rocks on earth and how they are formed.

Set against dramatic Mediterranean Sea views and lush olive groves, "The Rocks" opens with a confrontation and a secret: What was the mysterious, catastrophic event that drove two honeymooners apart so suddenly and absolutely in 1948 that they never spoke again despite living on the same island for sixty more years? And how did their history shape the Romeo and Juliet like romance of their (unrelated) children decades later? Centered around a popular...

Rocks unlock the secrets of the past; every layer tells a new story about how the world and its inhabitants have evolved over the millennia. Fantastic photographs and entertaining facts bring geology to life in this accessible, informative book.

"Designed for beginners and experienced collectors alike, DK's Smithsonian Handbook of Rocks and Minerals' explains what rocks or minerals are, how they are classified, and how to start a collection. A clear visual key illustrates the differences between igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks, then guides the reader to the correct rock entry. A concise glossary provides instant understanding of technical and scientific terms"--Back cover.

Mixes science and art to bring the world of geology to life, with wacky characters to explain the things that form the foundations of our planet including rocks, gems, crystals, fossils, and more.