Formed over millions of years, coal is a sedimentary rock that has been mined by people for use as fuel at least as far back as 1000 BC. This informative new book shows young readers the… More →

Rocks and minerals are all around us, but they're not all the same. Discover crystals and find out how they form, what makes them unique, and how we use them. Explore some captivating… More →

Diamonds, rubies, sapphires, pearls, and opals are among the most precious stones found under the earth. Whether ornamenting royal scepters or equipping modern medical technology, this new… More →

This extraordinary book shows in a simple way how the Sun's light and warmth affect the Earth. Children will be amazed to learn that the sun is actually a star, and that its position and… More →

Young readers will be fascinated to learn about how mountains are created and change. Through breathtaking photographs, they will wonder at Earth's majestic mountains and meet some of the… More →

Learn about the kind of resources Earth holds, and how they are extracted and used. Discover the problems and challenges posed by human consumption of these resources, from overfishing to… More →

Rocks and minerals are all around us, but they're not all the same. Discover fossils and find out how they form, what makes them unique, and what they tell us about the past. Learn about some More →

Unlike other metals, such as copper or lead, gold is prized for its beauty and scarcity rather than its usefulness. As a metal, it is too soft to use for tools or weapons, and is used mainly… More →

Rock collecting is a hobby that is easy to start. Even a small collection can display a lot of the geological processes that went into the making of our planet. This engaging book describes… More →

Rocks and minerals are natural resources found in Earth. They are used as fuel, for building, and to make items sush as smartphones. Some minerals, including gold and silver, are prized for… More →