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21) Magma
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English
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The Rock Cycle series takes readers on a journey through the cycles that affect the ground beneath their feet. Each title examines different concepts
relating to the rock cycle, how they work, what their
role is, and how they affect people. Detailed charts,
vivid images, and features such as timelines and maps
expand on the material in each title.
22) Sediment
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The Rock Cycle series takes readers on a journey through the cycles that affect the ground beneath their feet. Each title examines different concepts
relating to the rock cycle, how they work, what their
role is, and how they affect people. Detailed charts,
vivid images, and features such as timelines and maps
expand on the material in each title.
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Español
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The Earth is always changing! But these changes are a part of the cycle of life. Learn about the water cycle, the rock cycle, natural disasters, and adaptations with this Spanish science reader that features easy-to-read text and introduces students to important scientific concepts and topics. Nonfiction text features include a glossary, index, and detailed images to facilitate close reading and help students connect back to the text. Aligned to state...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
The Earth is always changing! But these changes are a part of the cycle of life. Learn about the water cycle, the rock cycle, natural disasters, and adaptations with this science reader that features easy-to-read text and introduces students to important scientific concepts and topics. Nonfiction text features include a glossary, index, and detailed images to facilitate close reading and help students connect back to the text. Aligned to state and...
25) Las rocas
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Español
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In “Rocks”, beginning readers are introduced to the rock cycle, how sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous rocks form, where we can find them on Earth, and how people use them in everyday life. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage beginning readers as they learn how rocks form and change.
A picture diagram shows the rock cycle, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about rocks online...
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"Metamorphosis" means "change," and metamorphic rocks are rocks that have been transformed by heat and pressure. Chapters focus on explaining the forces that can change rocks, how metamorphic rocks are classified, and graphic organizers help illustrate how metamorphic rocks are part of the rock cycle.
28) Rocks
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In Rocks, beginning readers are introduced to the rock cycle, how sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous rocks form, where we can find them on Earth, and how people use them in everyday life. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage beginning readers as they learn how rocks form and change.
A picture diagram shows the rock cycle, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about rocks online using...
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Igneous rocks form when magma from Earth's core cools as it moves toward Earth's surface. Most of Earth is made of igneous rock, which is sometimes called "fire rock." Your readers will learn the different kinds of igneous rock, how igneous rocks form, and how igneous rocks fit into the rock cycle. Captivating photographs show readers how beautiful igneous rocks are and fact boxes provide exciting additional information.
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Español
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Igneous rocks form when magma from Earth's core cools as it moves toward Earth's surface. Most of Earth is made of igneous rock, which is sometimes called "fire rock." Your readers will learn the different kinds of igneous rock, how igneous rocks form, and how igneous rocks fit into the rock cycle. Captivating photographs show readers how beautiful igneous rocks are and fact boxes provide exciting additional information.
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Sedimentary rocks form from built-up layers of eroded rock and plant matter pressed together over time. At-level text and graphic organizers explore how the makeup of sediment, rock formation, and identifying different kinds of sedimentary rocks. Readers will also learn how fossils form in sedimentary rocks, and the role sedimentary rocks play in the rock cycle. The interactive eBook version features videos, graphic organizers, and photographs that...
32) Minerals
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English
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This volume explores the role of minerals in rock formation. Chapters focus on mineral properties, classification, elements, and crystal formation. Young readers will gain an understanding of how the rock cycle works and how minerals are the building blocks of Earth's rocks through level-appropriate text and graphic organizers. Leveled, high-interest text in the interactive eBook version give additional information related to the subjects covered...
33) The Lithosphere
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
Earth's lithosphere is the rigid, outer part of the planet, including the crust and upper mantle. Readers of this informative guide will learn about the types of rock, including igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary, that make up the lithosphere-and how they come together to form the rock cycle. They'll also see how the movement of tectonic plates inside Earth creates landforms and natural events. Helping to fulfill standards in the earth science...
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Within the rock cycle, the formation of metamorphic rock can be the most confusing. It's not only formed from existing rock, but also can be formed in a few different ways. Readers learn the basics of metamorphic rock, including how to tell the difference between foliated and non-foliated varieties. The main content addresses key points of the Earth science curriculum using accessible language and brief, clear explanations, which make this book helpful...
35) What Is Erosion?
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English
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Erosion has shaped the landscape all over the world. It occurs in small ways every day as wind and water move soil, rock, and other materials from place to place. Readers learn the specifics of how erosion happens and its place in the rock cycle. Full-color photographs showcase the amazing results of erosion from around the world, including waterfalls, canyons, and coastlines. Readers of all levels can use this volume to review or better understand...
36) Rocks
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While rocks seem like ordinary objects under our shoes, they're evidence of a cycle that's been repeating for billions of years on Earth. This beautifully designed book, beneficial to any elementary science library, highlights need-to-know information for young geologists, such as the three main groups of rocks and the rock cycle. Plentiful images displaying the different characteristics of rocks, fun fact boxes, and key vocabulary terms ensure that...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
Bursting volcanoes, cooling magma, crystals, and granite: this title covers everything igneous rock related. Written for a lower-elementary-level audience, the science behind the rock cycle and the formation of igneous rocks is presented in clear and easy-to-understand language. Special Think About It and Compare and Contrast sidebars provoke critical thinking skills in line with Common Core standards for the target grade levels. With special sections...
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Rocks break down through the processes of erosion and weathering. Readers will learn through graphic organizers and simple, at-level text what causes erosion and weathering, and how this process is part of the rock cycle. Chapters explore topics such as how erosion and weathering create landforms and form sediment. The human role in erosion and weathering is also explained: both how human actions can exacerbate these processes and steps people take...
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Español
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Rocks are constantly changing form through weathering, heat, pressure, and erosion. Although rocks are constantly changing, the process can take millions of years! Over time different types of rocks form, deconstruct, and recycle. Find out just how amazing rocks are by diving into the pages of this exciting book! Vibrant, colorful images and photographs fill the pages paired with high-interest informational text, fun facts, an easy-to-navigate table...
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Rock is the basic building material that makes up Earth. Some rocks can reveal awesome secrets about our planet and its distant past. From red-hot exploding magma to the most ancient of fossils, this book explores the origins of rocks and their importance in our daily lives. Find out how the rock cycle works, where fossils and fossil fuels come from, and all about igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rock. A must have book for both home and school...
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