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ABBEY'S BOOKSELLER PICK ----- This wonderful book is a guide to the rocks, minerals and gemstones found around the world.
Arranged continent by continent, it shows the budding geologist or lapidarian the incredible array of rocks that make up our planet. There’s a directory of almost every type of rock and mineral, plenty of facts and tips on collecting, and lots of clear and colourful photographs – perfect for poring over! Ages 9-12 Lindy
The ultimate introduction to rocks, minerals, and gemstones for kids - and grown-ups too!What are rocks? How do fossils form? Are rocks different across the world? The Rocks Book has all the answers for curious readers, budding geologists - and petrologists! Learn about rocks from space, tips on how to collect rocks sustainably, and discover an epic directory of rocks and minerals to help kids identify treasures found on rock hunting trips.
Inside The Rocks Book:
An incredible breadth of knowledge about the planet's many rocks and minerals written in an engaging and informative way for children and grown-ups alike Rocks around the world are explored continent by continent across North America, South America, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, Oceania, Antarctica, and even Under the Sea Fun sections and features including Rock Detectives and Be a Rock Collector! keep kids entertained and aid learning Fascinating 'Directory of Rocks and Minerals' provides in-depth coverage of basalt, obsidian, sandstone, marble, gold, copper, and many more Written by Nancy Dickmann, author of Lonely Planet Kids' Amazing Night Sky Atlas and Amazing Ancient History Atlas
Find out what the world is made of, from top to bottom, with The Rocks Book - the latest addition to Lonely Planet Kids' The Fact Book series. This is the ultimate study of rocks for geology-loving kids and the perfect gift for curious children who want to learn more about our planet.
By:
Nancy Dickmann Imprint: Lonely Planet Country of Publication: Ireland Dimensions:
Height: 311mm,
Width: 236mm,
Spine: 17mm
Weight: 1.042kg ISBN:9781837583072 ISBN 10: 1837583072 Series:Lonely Planet Kids Pages: 160 Publication Date:01 October 2024 Recommended Age: From 9 to 12 years Audience:
Children/juvenile
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English as a second language
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active
Reviews for The Rocks Book
ABBEY'S BOOKSELLER PICK ----- This wonderful book is a guide to the rocks, minerals and gemstones found around the world.
Arranged continent by continent, it shows the budding geologist or lapidarian the incredible array of rocks that make up our planet. There’s a directory of almost every type of rock and mineral, plenty of facts and tips on collecting, and lots of clear and colourful photographs – perfect for poring over! Ages 9-12 Lindy
