What are minerals and how do they form? What do they look like and where are they found? This introduction to minerals covers the basics, from their role as the building blocks of rocks to the most common minerals on Earth. "This book introduces readers to minerals"--

"Introduces the reader to the founding mothers of the United States"--

Did you know that stars explode? Or that they can be different colors? Have you ever wondered how many stars exist in the universe or how they form? These are just a few of the topics covered through the pages of this book.

"Introduces the reader to women in the old West"--

"This book shows readers the awesome power of earthquakes"--

"This book shows readers the awesome power of hurricanes"--

"This book shows readers the awesome power of volcanoes"--

"From the first time a person looked up at the sky and wondered 'What's out there?" humans have dreamed about exploring the cosmos. From human missions to outer space and our exploration of Mars to the observation of mysterious UAPs (Unidentified Aerial Phenomena), scientific advances over the past 60 years have made it possible to find some answers. About 60 years ago, the first manned spacecraft left Earth's atmosphere for the first time. In the...

"A new set of True Books on Space Exploration"--

"Exciting illustrations follow the story of Steve Callahan. The combination of brightly colored panels and leveled text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8" --Provided by publisher