"In the Arizona desert stands a stunning rock formation called The Wave. How did the rock's colorful layers form? How were its wave-like, curves created? This book features a clear, accessible, step-by-step explanation of how sedimentary rock forms. It also explores how erosion by wind and water can shape rocks into amazing structures. Filled with information perfectly suited to the abilities and interests of an early elementary audience, this colorful,...

Explores the world of carnivorous plants that obtain nutrients by "eating" animals and insects.

"Young readers will learn all about space."--

Explores the many different uses for rocks, including the graphite in pencils, the concrete in buildings, and the crystals that become gemstones.

Written in diary form, this book introduces the life cycle of wolves, describing their physical characteristics, reproduction, behavior, and hunting ability.

"A chunk of granite rock may look gray and boring, but take a closer look under a microscope and it's possible to see that the rock is made from billions of tiny colorful grains. Each microscopic grain is a substance called a mineral, and it's minerals that are the ingredients that make up all the rocks on Earth. In this book, readers will learn how different combinations of minerals create different types of rocks. They'll discover that metals, such...