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Lexile measure
HL 540L
Language
English
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Description
"From the tops of tall mountains to the rocks in the ground beneath our feet, rocks are always slowly 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!"--
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
760L
Language
English
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Description
"Introduces the oxygen cycle and its impact on Earth. Readers will gain insight into how oxygen is created and used, what happens when it combines with other elements, and how human activities have impacted the cycle"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
890L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Although rocks may initially seem like solid, unchanging substances, they are actually made up of minerals that change forms and get recycled through many different stages. This engaging book explores the rock cycle with diagrams and detailed photographs illustrating the movement of rocks through their various states, including magma-formed igneous rock, metamorphic rock such as marble, and layered sedimentary rocks that build up over time. Also covered...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
620L
Language
English
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Description
Igneous rocks, sedimentary rocks, and metamorphic rocks make up the three main types of rocks and are constantly being created, destroyed, and created again? Colorful illustrations show how the rock cycle works.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
750L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Rocks may not look like they are doing much. But they are always forming, destructing, and recycling. Different types of rocks form in different ways. And different types of rocks have a variety of uses. Take a journey through the rock cycle and stand in rock-solid awe of our planet"--
6) Minerals
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Series
Lexile measure
820L
Language
English
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Description
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...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
560L
Language
English
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Description
Have you ever wanted to become a petrologist? In Exploring the Rock Cycle: Petrologists at Work! young readers will find out what these supercool scientists really do! They will explore how petrologists study and examine rocks, and discover the special tools petrologists use. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Applied to STEM Concepts of Learning Principles.
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Language
English
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Description
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...
10) The rock cycle
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
440L
Language
English
Formats
Description
What is the rock cycle? In The Rock Cycle title, 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. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Applied to STEM Concepts of Learning Principles. Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division...
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Series
Language
English
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Description
The rock cycle is a never ending process of rock formation and the breaking down of rocks. Chapters explain the classification of rocks and their place in the rock cycle as well as how rocks form and break down through erosion and weathering. Readers will also learn through engaging text and graphic organizers about minerals, volcanoes, and earthquakes, and how these things are part of an ever-changing Earth. In the interactive eBook version, readers...
Author
Lexile measure
IG 550L
Language
English
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Description
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....
15) Sediment
Author
Series
Lexile measure
870L
Language
English
Formats
Description
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.
16) Magma
Author
Series
Lexile measure
870L
Language
English
Formats
Description
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.
17) The rock cycle
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
800L
Language
English
Description
Discusses how rocks change over time, the effects of weathering and erosion on rocks, and how the shifting of tectonic plates affected Earth's structure. Features audio, video, web links, quizzes, activities, and a slide show.
19) Igneous rocks
Author
Pub. Date
[2020]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
760L
Language
English
Description
"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"--
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