Geology Lab For Kids: 52 Projects To Explore Rocks, Gems, Geodes, Crystals, Fossils, And Other Wonders Of The Earth'S Surface (Lab For Kids, 13)

Geology Lab For Kids: 52 Projects To Explore Rocks, Gems, Geodes, Crystals, Fossils, And Other Wonders Of The Earth'S Surface (Lab For Kids, 13)

Dig in and learn about the Earth under your feet. Geology Lab for Kids?eatures 52 simple, inexpensive, and fun experiments that explore the Earth?s surface, structure, and processes. Thisfamily-friendly guide explores the wonders of geology, such as the formation of crystals andfossils, the layers of the Earth?s crust, and how water shapes mountains, valleys, and canyons. There is no excuse for boredom with ayear?s worth of captivating STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math)activities. In this book,you will learn:How to identify the most common rocks and mineralsHow to maintain and display your rock collectionHow insects are trapped and preserved in amberHow geysers and volcanoes form and eruptHow layers of rock reveal a record of timeHow to pan for gold like a real prospectorGeology is an exciting science that helps us understand the world we live in, and Geology Lab for Kids?ctively engages readers in simple, creative activities that reveal the larger world at work. The popular Lab for Kids series features a growing list of books that share hands-on activities and projects on a wide host of topics, including art, astronomy, clay, bugs, math, and even how to create your own circus-all authored by established experts in their fields. Each lab contains a complete materials list, clear step-by-step photographs of the process, as well as finished samples. The labs can be used as singular projects or as part of a yearlong curriculum of experiential learning. The activities are open-ended, designed to be explored over and over, often with different results. Geared toward being taught or guided by adults, they are enriching for a range of ages and skill levels. Gain firsthand knowledge on your favorite topic with Lab for Kids.Review"As a dad, I love to find fun things that I can do with my girls that are easy to create but also educate my kids without them knowing that they are learning (Sneaky!!). This book allows you to do this. You can have a blast with your kids through the large number of activities presented in the book. Best of all, for the most part I found that I had most of the supplies needed for the activities." - Christopher Lewis, Dad of Divas blog"Rocks,rocks, and MORE ROCKS. ?very child at one time or another has had a rock collection that he/she thought was absolutely wonderful. Did they know what types of rocks they had or what they were made of? Probably not. All they cared about was that they were their special rocks. This book answers those questions and more. It is written by a college professor who is also a rock hound...The goal of the book is ?to understand the world we live in and to actively engage children in creative activities that reveal the larger world at work.? Each unit is introduced with a beautiful photograph illustrating part of the goal for that unit plus an enticing description of what will be in that unit. ?nits range from two to six labs long, starting with simpler concepts and moving to more complex." - Jacqueline Pfeiffer, 3rd Grade Teacher for National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) Recommends"Explore the wonders of earth science through 52 activities. A technical writer and longtime rock hound invites young readers to learn about geology through hands-on projects, many of which involve models that double as tasty treats. The introduction includes a spread of labeled rock samples. Opening with a simple activity to demonstrate crystal formation using supersaturated sugar water, author Romaine goes on to explore rock characteristics, molten rock (lava), sediments, metamorphosis, entropy, our active planet, fossils, precious metals, space rocks, and rocks in art. Each chapter begins with a spread of explanation opposite a full-page photograph of the natural phenomenon under discussion. Each lab includes a list of materials, step-by-step instructions, some safety tips and enrichment suggestions, and a boxed expl