Gems: Nature's Jewels: Sets 1 - 2

Most gems are familiar to people because they're valued and used in jewelry. But diamond earrings and topaz pendants begin deep within Earth and often far from where they're being worn. In this ongoing series, readers learn how some of the world's most popular gems form, from golden amber to deep-red rubies. The many volumes include introductions to geology concepts such as the rock cycle, fossilization, and the features of minerals, enhanced by full-color photographs illustrating many of these topics. Readers can mine for further information in fun fact boxes that add even more science content.

• Simple explanation of the jewelry-making process adds a relatable component

• Discussion of over-mining addresses environmental awareness

• Graphic organizers aid readers' understanding of complicated geologic processes