Unit C: The Solid Earth
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Leveled Independent Science Books
Extra Support
- Famous Rocks
- Summary: This book describes famous rocks, both natural and human-made.
On Level
- Windmills
- Summary: Windmills are a good energy source, from grain-grinding to modern wind farms.
Challenge
- Flash Flood!
- Summary: A family on a camping trip comes prepared for a flash flood.
STUDENT BIBLIOGRAPHY
CHAPTER 8
- Erosion
- Explore how water, wind, glaciers, and other forces shape Earth's surface.
- Rocks
- This book describes the formation and features of igneous rock, metamorphic rock, and sedimentary rock.
- Volcano and Earthquake
- Exciting photos enhance this volcano guide.
CHAPTER 9
- Soil
- Read about soil's uses and how to protect this important natural resource.
- Conservation and Natural Resources
- Explore Earth's natural resources and ways to use them wisely.
- Common Ground: The Water, Earth, and Air We Share
- This parable raises awareness about the consequences of overusing natural resources.