"What is the rock cycle? Readers will learn the answer to that question along with its process, effects, and why it is important. They will also be introduced to James Hutton, a petrologist. Bright, full-page photos fill the book, with easy-to-read text."--Amazon.com.

Read all about petrology in Super Simple Rock Cycle Projects. Kids will learn about different types of rocks and how they can change over time. Discover how scientists study rocks to learn about Earth's history. Then, build a sediment jar, make eggshell geodes, and more. Each project has color photos and easy-to-follow instructions. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Applied to STEM Concepts of Learning Principles....

"Engaging images accompany information about igneous rocks. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--

"From the tops of tall mountains to the rocks in the ground beneath our feet, rocks are always changing. How do they do this? Explore the rock cycle to learn how different kinds of rocks change into each other over many years. Follow along with the different ways rocks form and find out what the changes look like up close. It's key Earth science curriculum made approachable for all!"--

"Describes minerals, how they are formed and how they are used"--

"Get ready to get your hands dirty with The Rock Cycle. With its reader-friendly and interactive approach, this title covers key curriculum Earth science topics in an engaging way. This title explores the natural processes, how geologists study the rock cycle, and how the rock cycle relates to the reader's daily life"--

"Describes metamorphic rocks, how they are formed, how they are used, and their role in the rock cycle"--

Learn about the varied processes by which molten lava or layers of sediment in a riverbed become a diverse array of rocks. Several rock and mineral "celebrities" are featured, from precious gemstones to famous formations.