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41) Organic gems
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
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This title explains what organic gems are, how and where they form in nature, and why they are set apart from inorganic gemstones--
42) Rocks & minerals
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Describes types of rocks and minerals, looking as such stones as granite, emerald, sandstone, basalt, quartz, and crystal.
44) Rocks
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
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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.
45) Rocks
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Pub. Date
c2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Introduces rocks, what they are made of, and the three main types, and describes how they change, how people use them, and related topics.
47) Rocks
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Nerdy babies volume 3
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Nerdy Babies is a series that will ignite curiosity in even the youngest readers and encourage them to ask questions and explore the world around them. In Nerdy Babies: Rocks, follow our intrepid babies to the center of the earth. Check out the variety of landforms that occur around the world. Plus, learn about the layers of rock that make up the ground we walk on in this simple text written in question and answer format. With bright artwork by Emmy...
48) Crystals
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Learn about types of crystals, how they form, where they are found, and how we use them every day. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and sidebars, detailed photographs, infographics or informational diagrams, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author"--Provided by the publisher.
49) Rockin' rocks
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©2010.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
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Introduces readers to what rocks are and how they form.
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Rocks and minerals are the building blocks of our world, but there's a huge and fascinating variety of these materials, from the roundest gray pond rock to the most brilliant and sparkly diamond. Readers will learn about all manner of rocks and minerals, as well as their properties, types, and uses. Color photos and diagrams allow curious geologists in training to study rocks and minerals in detail, while hands-on activities and projects will encourage...
54) Rocks
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Earth is made of different things-gases, rocks, soil, and water. Most of Earth is made of rock. Rocks are made of many different things and can be many different shapes, sizes, and colors. From statues to houses to roads, Rocks illustrates the many ways that rocks can be used.
55) Mighty minerals
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©2010.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Introduces readers to what minerals are, how they form, and how we use them today.
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"Geology meets treasure hunting with this field guide to rockhounding! If you've ever kept an interesting rock or shell, bought a polished stone from a gift shop, or even just enjoyed a 'gram of a really cool crystal, congratulations! You've already experienced a rockhounding adventure! Rockhouding for Beginners shows you how to take your rockhounding to the next level, providing everything you need to know from tips for finding local sources for...
60) Rock crafts
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""Information accompanies step-by-step instructions on how to craft with rocks. The text level and subject matter are intended for students in grades 3 through 8"-Provided by publisher"--