Calling all rock hounds! Learn about rocks and minerals with these fifteen simple science experiments you can do yourself. You’ll think like a geologist as you start your own rock collection, learn about earth processes, explore the properties of minerals, and even grow your own crystals.

What makes the Earth unique in the solar system? Look into the composition of the planet, particularly the kind of rocks and minerals found here, and your child will understand why life exists. The purpose of this workbook is to awaken your child's awareness of the world and to encourage a love for learning through self-paced activities. Grab a copy of this wonderful educational tool today!

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.

Provides step-by-step instructions for a variety of projects involving rocks and minerals, and answers such questions as "What is in soil?" and "How are mineral crystals formed?"

Help your students actually do science, and in the process truly understand science. Hands-on Science: Rocks and Minerals offers 17 ready-to-use activities for exploring crystal structures, types of rocks, weathering, geologic history, and more. Designed with the National Science Education Standards in mind, these engaging, high-interest activities build greater conceptual understanding and promote important critical-thinking and science process skills.