Rock and Gem Book

Rock and Gem Book

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Item #: 046167
ISBN: 9781465450708
Grades: 3-7

Product Description:

The photography and snippets of information in this DK Smithsonian book make it a great reference to have on hand for your children. Learn about rocks, minerals and gems, fossils, shells, and more in this beautifully illustrated resource. Read about the rocks inside our planet and the rock cycle before jumping into explanations of a variety of rocks - igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary - even rocks from space. See and read about minerals and gems and how we use them every day and see ancient fossils and interesting water animals (in the shells section) through thousands of gorgeous pictures. Even peek at some of the treasures of our world made from these materials! The textual information is presented in small pieces, so not overwhelming for younger ones who want to learn about the world of rocks and gems. 208 pgs, hc. ~ Donna

Publisher Description:

What is the difference between a rock and a gem? What makes the Hope Diamond so special? Why are some minerals fluorescent?

Dig deep to find the answers in The Rock and Gem Book. Filled with over 1,200 stunning full-color photographs, The Rock and Gem Book is the perfect encyclopedia for young geologists to consult.

Chapters are organized according to scientific classifications with straightforward explanations that bring each specimen to life. From the quartz in watches to the limestone in the Great Pyramids, the earth's natural treasures are used in architecture, art, and science. Get up close to diamonds, rubies, pearls, and sapphires, and study the different types of rocks, from granite to meteorites.

Category Description for GEOLOGY:
Primary Subject
Science
Grade Start
3
Grade End
7
ISBN
9781465450708
Format
Hardcover
Brand Name
Dorling Kindersley
Weight
2.5 (lbs.)
Dimensions
11.12" x 8.75" x 0.88"
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Very pictorial and by the Smithsonian
PJ N on Jul 5, 2022
Highly reviewed by Cathy Duffy, this geologist is excited to use it to teach my son!
Mary J on Dec 31, 2020
Very pictorial and by the Smithsonian
PJ N on Jul 5, 2022
My daughter is going to love this!!
Jessica S on Mar 22, 2021
Highly reviewed by Cathy Duffy, this geologist is excited to use it to teach my son!
Mary J on Dec 31, 2020
Our family has quite a fascination with this stuff!
Joanie D on Sep 13, 2016
My daughter is going to love this!!
Jessica S on Mar 22, 2021
Our family has quite a fascination with this stuff!
Joanie D on Sep 13, 2016
Does this book contain evolution?
Jessica on Jun 29, 2021
BEST ANSWER: DK books are generally very secular, it is likely to talk about billions of years ago and potentially evolution.
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