Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.
Contents:
Rocks, minerals, and fossils -- Science of rocks and fossils -- Working scientifically -- Types of rocks -- Rocks and water -- Minerals and crystals -- How hard? -- Weathering and erosion -- Expanding ice -- Making mountains -- Volcanoes and earthquakes -- How fossils form -- Fossil puzzles -- Reading your results.
Summary:
"Get ready to dig into excellent experiments with rocks and fossils. Readers will learn about the scientific method through boxes that provoke them to Ask, Test, Observe, and Measure. They'll develop Next Generation Science Standards skills, such as asking testable questions. 'What's Next?' sections give readers the chance to further explore these important topics. A 'What You'll Need Box' clearly lays out the necessary materials for each experiment. Photographs illustrate key points and helpful hints keep readers on track. Accessible and fun, this interactive book is a perfect tool for any science curriculum."--Publisher's website.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.