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"Rocks and Minerals" is packed with dazzling gems of information about sapphires, rubies, fossils, granite, quartz, sandstone, and more! In this hard-to-put down, fun and fascinating introduction to geology, kids will learn how rocks form, what kinds of rocks there are in the world, how to find different kinds of rocks, and how to identify them. The field anecdotes from geologists and earth scientists and explorers make the information relevant and immediate, and tips from the experts are sprinkled throughout, so at the end of th... read more

Explores the make-up of the planet, Earth's outer layer, from its formation to the ongoing creation of rock in its landscape. This book helps readers learn how to unravel the histories of rocks and identify the minerals that make them.

Grow a real crystal and find out how a mountain is made. Through an exciting mix of experiments, information, and hands-on projects, five to eight year olds can investigate the intriguing world of rocks and minerals for themselves. Pack includes real rock and mineral specimens and a magnifying glass; 80 foil stickers; four double-sided experiment cards; a large format poster; and 20 photo-stickers.

Rocks and Minerals features stickers and facts about these gems of the natural world, from precious metals and seashore pebbles to volcanic rocks. Containing more than 600 reusable stickers that will keep little hands busy for hours.

Travel deep into the Earth and discover the amazing minerals hidden beneath our feet! Learn about the many shapes and colours of minerals, how they form, the different types and how we use them every day. Also includes information on becoming a collector and starting your own mineral collection.

Travel deep into the Earth and discover the amazing crystals hidden beneath our feet! Learn all about the shapes and colours of crystals and how they form, how they are made into gemstones, and how we use them. Also tells you how to become a collector and start a crystal and gemstone collection.

Learn the scientific method while engaging in fun, exciting experiments with these books. This title uses simple, hands-on experiments with rocks to teach readers how the scientific method works.

Learn about volcanoes, thunderstorms and the crust of the earth as Professor Noggin tests your knowledge of Earth Science.
Professor Noggin’s series of educational games encourages kids to learn interesting facts about their favorite subjects. Each of the cards combines trivia, true or false, and multiple choice questions. A special three-numbered die is included white creates interaction and promotes communication between players. Easy and hard levels keep kids interested and challenged – while of course having fun!

In nature there are minerals that offer hidden properties. Five authentic rocks - calcite, ulexite, pumice, obsidian and magnetite are in this kit. Discover the properties of these particular stones. Ages 6+.

Be a real geologist and dig and discover 4 space rock specimens with this kit. Digging tool included. Ages 6+.

Be a real paleontologist with this kit and dig out four different authentic fossils. Digging tool included. Ages 6+.

Be a real geologist and dig and discover 4 pyrite specimens with this kit. Digging tool included. Ages 6+.

Be a real geologist and dig and discover 4 different minerals with this kit. Digging tool included. Ages 6+.

Be a real paleontologist with this kit and dig out four different authentic marine fossils. Digging tool included. Ages 6+.

Be a real geologist and dig and discover 4 different gems with this kit. Digging tool included. Ages 6+.

Pounamu is a celebration of jade in its many forms. It is a magnificent tribute to this New Zealand icon, the finest book on the subject ever published. Through the eyes of pounamu specialists Russell Beck and Maika Mason, we explore jade's powerful connection with the natural environment, its Maori myths and history, jewellery and taonga, geology and technical characteristics, places where pounamu is found, methods of working, cultural issues regarding the ownership and management of jade as a resource, contemporary carving, and i... read more

Dig down and discover the remarkable treasures beneath our feet. How would our lives be different without rocks and minerals? Learn all about different kinds of rocks, crystals, precious gems and metals - how they are made, how the are found, and the different uses for them. Pcked with fats and great photographs.

Thoroughly researched and authoritative guide to volcanoes and earthquakes. Features fully integrated text and graphics, with stimulating and varied spreads containing fact files, cross-sections and cutaways to engage young readers.

From red-hot magma to the most ancient fossils, this book explores the origins of rocks, and their importance in our daily lives. With photographs, diagrams, and experiments you can try for yourself.

Kids are fascinated by dinosaurs, and love the idea of the fossils they have left behind. New Zealand has a rich fossil record which is accessible to the amateur fossil-hunter in locations around New Zealand, including shells and plant remains as well as the bones, teeth and other remnants of ancient reptiles, birds and fish. This handy pack-sized guide contains more than 30 accessible locations around the country where kids and their families can find fossils. Each location contains specific information on where to look and w... read more