For most of us, igneous rocks are no more than a stone’s throw away. These underrated rocks make up more than half of Earth’s crust! Not only that, but they have many uses in building, medicine, and other industries. This title dives deep into the properties, types, formation, and uses of igneous rocks. Special features designed to visually engage readers such as a profile, an activity, formation diagrams, and a rock cycle chart, complete this fact-filled read.
Nat is all set to ride in a chaser truck at the hot-air balloon festival until he meets a killdeer family.
Jake tries to ride a bull that's as fast as lightning.
The boys play some basketball
Playing basketball helps a boy find friends in a new hometown.
Jeff is upset about moving to a landlocked state until he "finds his waves."
Dorsi shouldn't leave her lizard's mealworms on a low shelf in the refrigerator, not with a toddler like Travis around.
Alex discovers that a nighttime fishing trip can be fun.
With a nod to classic fairy tales, Night Owl plays detective.
Can thirteen-year-old Kate drive a tractor-load of hay by herself?
Brad taught his younger sister how plants grow from seeds but what about the pencil stub bits of crayons and the other things she's planted?
Alan volunteers for night watch at the wildlife-conservation camp--can he overcome his fear?
Jenny plays confidently and boldly after watching and imitating the skillful players on the opposing water-polo team.
This girl finds a surprising way to make friends at a new school.
Amanda overcomes a language barrier and begins to relate to her newly adopted sister.
A boy reluctantly ventures out into the pouring rain with his dad to move frogs to safety.
Jamie has offended the most popular girl on the softball team. Will any of the players ever be friends with her?
Malia is chosen to dance in the luau even after making a mistake.
Nina uses her detective skills to solve a tough case.
Betty and Mary Ann are home alone when the dust storm hits their Oklahoma farm. Can Betty get her horse to shelter in time?
Ethan helps rescue a friend from the rapids.
Quinn was afraid of the dark--until Dylan's sleepover.
Benjamin shows Sheriff Leon how he and his Oma saved the money to pay off the mortgage.
Abby is her team's staunchest supporter but when will she get a chance to play?
Edward is unhappy as a frog. Emily is unhappy as a worm. Can "magic" help both of them?
