CAROLINA ROCKS! The Geology of South
Carolina by Carolyn Hanna Murphy Carolina Rocks contains over 130 pictures, diagrams and maps of
geologic features found in South Carolina. Several of the chapters contain
lists of sites to visit such as rock outcroppings, waterfalls and fossil digs.
The book provides a section listing geology resources such as museums, rock
shops, education agencies, science clubs, associations, magazines and books.
The glossary contains over 250 terms and the index is detailed with
hundreds of entries. Carolina Rocks is a supplemental science text that will allow
students access to information regarding their own state to both inform and
reinforce the general principles of geology. Because the content of the
book lends itself to interdisciplinary studies, it can be used in part as a
whole to reinforce content areas including social studies, geography, history,
economics, reading, math, and other sciences. Parts of the book, such as
the chapters on the Carolina Bays and the Formation of South Carolina,
illustrate the nature of theory and how it developed over time.
Discussions regarding such topics will enhance the exploratory attitude within
the students and assist them to think critically and work independently to seek
answers to scientific questions. Carolina Rocks is designed to mesh with the South Carolina Maps
and Aerial Photographic Systems, already published and in use in many schools.
The book can be used to encourage students to conduct research on topics of
interest to them and facilitate field trips led by either the individual
students, teachers, parents or clubs. If students become more
knowledgeable about the geology of South Carolina, they will better understand
and care about environmental issues. This in turn will foster development
of informed citizens who will better serve the needs of South Carolina and
more fully enjoy its natural beauty.
"...exceptional reading for all...Clearly, Murphy's effort to inspire budding
earth scientists and to interest the professional geologists has been
successful." __M. S. Field, US Environmental Protection Agency, for CHOICE
Ages 13 and up (Grade 8).
Glossary, Index. Bibliography. 261 pages. B/w photographs. Color insert. (1995). 2006.
Softcover, ISBN 13: 978-0-87844-121-1/ISBN 10: 0-87844-121-2, $21.95
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Carolyn Hanna Murphy, a native of California, has lived in South
Carolina for more than twenty years. She holds a BS in education from
Georgia State University and a Masters degree in community education and a
doctorate in Education from the University of South Carolina. Ms. Murphy
is a member of the National Association of Geology Teachers, the Geological
Society of America, the National Association of Science Teachers, and the South
Carolina Science Council. Her interests include rock and fossil
collection, religious studies, travel, photography, and gardening.
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