Learning about rocks and minerals is a lot more fun when kids can get their hands dirty. Geology Activity Book for Kids teaches budding scientists all about planet Earth through 19 geological topics that feature hands-on experiments, on-page activities, and fascinating facts. Kids can see what it’s like to be a geologist with simple experiments such as pulling core samples from a candy bar, growing crystals, and creating a volcanic eruption. A variety of games, puzzles, and facts help young readers better understand geological concepts and build their scientific vocabulary. They’ll also learn how to identify the rocks and minerals being used in the world around them, from the kitchen to the classroom. 68 pages, softcover. Ages 5 to 7.