Igneous Rocks (That Rocks!, 1)

ISBN: 1433983133

Author: Nelson, Maria

Condition: New

Product DescriptionWhether formed deep underground or created following a volcanic eruption, igneous rocks earn their nickname as "fire rocks." Readers will learn exciting facts about the many kinds of rocks that emerge from the superhot melted rock found beneath Earth's surface. This book includes age-appropriate content that will enhance the science curriculum through fascinating fact boxes, full-color photographs, and a graphic organizer detailing the process of igneous rock formation.From School Library JournalGr 3-5-Nelson covers the essentials of geology from various types of erosion to formation of different kinds of metamorphic, igneous, and sedimentary rocks. A clear diagram of the rock cycle in Cycle ties the topics together. Though the design and sentence structure seem aimed at beginning report writers, some of the specialized vocabulary doesn't appear in the glossary. For example, although "lithification" is used several times in Sedimentary, it is defined only in a photo caption. Sulfides, silicates, and halides are mentioned as types of minerals but not differentiated. Full-page photos adequately provide examples to illustrate topics such as foliation or stratification. Consider this set for collections in which additional report materials are needed.a(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journal. LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.