During a nature adventure, Kai, Harper, and Isla stumbled upon a super shiny rock! They started guessing what word scientists use to describe how a mineral looks when it reflects light (how sparkly or shiny it is). What is this special property called?

During a science class rock hunt, Aria and Noah discovered a shiny mineral that broke apart along smooth, flat surfaces. They were amazed! Which term best describes this cool property?

Charlotte, Samuel, and Maya are on a mineral treasure hunt in their science class! As they rub different minerals on a streak plate, they notice the colorful powder left behind. The _________ of a mineral describes the color of the powder of the mineral when it is rubbed on a streak plate. What is this property called?

During a nature walk, Lily, Arjun, and Oliver stumbled upon some interesting rocks and started guessing what they might be made of. Can you help them figure it out? What are rocks made of?

While hiking through a mysterious canyon, Evelyn, Liam, and Aria stumbled upon some shiny rocks that had formed from melted rock (lava) that cooled down. What are these fascinating rocks called?

On a thrilling science field trip, Ava, Daniel, and Grace stumbled upon some mysterious rocks that had formed deep underground from intense heat and pressure. What type of rocks did these curious explorers discover?

Elijah, Evelyn, and Samuel were on an adventurous treasure hunt along a riverbank when they stumbled upon layers of sand, tiny rocks, and even some shell fragments all pressed together like a natural sandwich! They discovered that these layers form when pieces of other rocks and fossilized creatures get cemented together over time. What type of rocks did the trio uncover on their exciting quest?

Emma, Mason, and Samuel are working on a science project. They gather a list that includes wind, solar energy, water, tides, fruits, vegetables, timber, and oxygen. They call these examples of ____________________ resources. Can you help them fill in the blank?

During a lively science class, Daniel, Liam, and Mia are on a quest to discover different types of resources. As they explore, they come across fossil fuels, coal, oil, natural gas, phosphate deposits, limestone, and silicon. These treasures are all ________________________ resources. Can you help them figure it out?

Aria, Ethan, and Arjun are on a mission to discover Florida's hidden treasures for their science project! They need to pick out the nonrenewable resources found in Florida. Which of the following should they choose?

Liam, Abigail, and Aria are on a treasure hunt for renewable resources in Florida for their science project! Which of these treasures could they discover as renewable resources in Florida?

During a lively class discussion, David turned to James and asked, "Hey, what do you call oil, coal, and natural gas?" Jackson jumped in with a grin and said they are ____________________.

While hiking with her friends Hannah and Aria, Anika noticed that rocks on the trail had been moved and shaped over time by natural forces. She wondered what the movement of rock by gravity, wind, water and ice (glaciers) is called. Can you help Anika solve this nature mystery?

Abigail, Grace, and Scarlett were on a hiking adventure when they spotted rocks along the trail slowly breaking apart because of wind, water, ice, temperature changes, and even plants sneaking into cracks. What is this fascinating process called?

After a wild rainstorm, Anika, Evelyn, and Zoe went exploring in their backyard. They noticed some rocks had become smoother and some soil had been washed away. Can water cause weathering, erosion, or both?

Mason, Maya, and Avery are on an exciting desert adventure! As they trek across the sandy dunes, they watch the wind whipping sand against rocks and see the dunes slowly shifting. Can the wind cause weathering, erosion, or both?

Henry, Emma, and Scarlett are on an exciting hike near a massive glacier. As they watch the ice slowly move and carve out the land, they start to wonder: Can glaciers (ice) cause weathering, erosion, or both?

While hiking up a steep trail, Zoe, Michael, and Ava watched as rocks and soil tumbled down the hillside because of gravity. Do you think gravity is responsible for weathering, erosion, or both?

Nora, Aria, and Abigail are playing on their school playground when they notice that some rocks are cracking and breaking apart during hot and cold weather. They start to wonder: Can changes in temperature cause weathering, erosion, or both?

Ava, Isla, and Kai are on a mission to make their backyard greener by planting lots of trees! As they dig and plant, they start to wonder: Can the plants they grow cause weathering, erosion, or both?

Emma, James, and Jackson are on a geology adventure, searching for different types of rocks. As they explore, they come across some interesting terms. Which one below is not a type of rock?

Daniel, Grace, and Charlotte are on a rock-hunting adventure during their nature walk! As they compare their collections, how are the rocks they find different? Check all that apply.

Ethan, Emma, and Mason are on a rock-hunting adventure during their field trip! They’re curious explorers and want to discover the 3 major types of rocks they might find. Can you help them figure out what these 3 major types of rocks are?

On an exciting geology adventure, Ethan, Aiden, and Anika stumbled upon a mysterious rock that had been transformed by intense heat and pressure deep inside the Earth. What type of rock did they most likely discover?

On a science adventure by the river, Abigail, Henry, and Aiden discovered some rocks that looked like they were made from layers of sand and mud squished together over a long, long time. What type of rock did they most likely find?

During a nature adventure, Sawyer, Aiden, and Anika find some interesting rocks. Sawyer picks up a rock and describes how its surface looks and feels to his friends. Which term best describes what Sawyer is observing?

Lily, Emma, and Abigail were on an exciting hiking adventure when they stumbled upon a mysterious, shiny rock! After some research, they discovered that this rock began its journey as molten magma deep inside the Earth. What type of rock did the girls find?

While on a nature adventure near a sparkling lake, Aiden, Grace, and Sophia stumbled upon a fascinating rock made up of lots of smaller pieces that had settled at the lake’s bottom millions of years ago. What type of rock did they discover?

While exploring a mysterious valley, Charlotte, Jackson, and Benjamin stumbled upon a fascinating rock made from tiny pieces of other rocks that had settled at the bottom of a river millions of years ago. What type of rock did they discover on their adventure?

Mia, Isla, and Emma are on an exciting volcano adventure in their science class! Their teacher asks, "When the hot, melted magma from a volcano cools down and hardens, what kind of rocks does it form?"

Grace, Luna, and David were on an exciting nature adventure when they stumbled upon a mysterious rock! This rock was formed when tiny bits and pieces of other rocks got pressed together into a solid. Can you help them figure out what type of rock they discovered?

Mia, Olivia, and Emma were on an exciting river adventure! As they watched the rushing water, they noticed rocks crashing into each other and breaking into smaller pieces. What is this amazing process called?

Anika, Luna, and Avery decided to do a science experiment! They put four small rocks into a jar of water and shook it up like a wild dance party for several minutes. When they peeked inside, they saw the four rocks and some tiny pieces of sand floating in the water. What can they figure out from their awesome experiment?

While hiking on a sunny day, Lily, Michael, and Sophia spotted some giant rocks along the trail that were slowly crumbling into smaller pieces. They wondered what this fascinating process is called. Can you help them figure it out?

Charlotte, Rohan, and Daniel are out on a nature hike when they spot a tree growing right out of a giant rock! Its roots are so strong that they're splitting the rock apart. What is happening to the rock?

Elijah, Henry, and Isla went on an adventurous hike and discovered that some of the giant rocks along the trail were slowly crumbling into smaller pieces. They wondered what this amazing process is called that breaks down rocks and other materials on Earth's surface. Can you help them figure it out?

After a wild storm, Samuel, Maya, and Zoe discovered that wind and rain had whisked away lots of soil and tiny rocks from one part of their yard and dropped them somewhere else! What is the name of the process where water, ice, wind, or gravity moves weathered rock and soil from one place to another?

Mason, Arjun, and Avery are on an exciting mountain adventure! As they explore, they spot different things happening to the mountain. Which of these is a real example of erosion?

During an exciting adventure in Alaska, Evelyn, Ava, and Oliver spotted a gigantic mass of ice slowly creeping across the land, carving out the rocks and soil beneath it. The friends were amazed by its power! What is this enormous, moving mass of ice called?

During science class, Ava, Lily, and Scarlett decided to have a "Rock Star" contest to see which rocks were the shiniest! They grouped the rocks by their luster. By doing this, they grouped the rocks by...

During a science adventure, Elijah, Lily, and Daniel are on a quest to discover the secrets of different minerals. As they examine their sparkling finds, they wonder: Are cleavage, hardness, color, and streak all properties of minerals?

During a science adventure, Isla, Benjamin, and Zoe discovered a sparkling mineral and were amazed by the way it reflected light like a tiny disco ball! What is this shiny property called?

Abigail, Kai, and Emma are on a science adventure! They spot the picture below and start guessing what kind of resource it shows. Can you help them figure it out? The picture shows a resource that is

In science class, Oliver, Aiden, and Abigail are on a quest to discover the secrets of fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas. Their teacher gives them a challenge: Why are fossil fuels called nonrenewable resources? Can you help them solve the mystery?