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Overview

Award-winning science writer Seymour Simon explains to readers the different types of rocks and minerals with fascinating facts and stunning full-color photographs. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 6 to 8. It's a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.

Readers will learn how to identify and classify various kinds of stones, such as granite, sandstone, basalt, quartz, and crystal.

This book includes an author's note, a glossary, and an index and supports the Common Core State Standards.


This book is the perfect starting point for any young rock hound:


  • Rock Collecting for Kids: Get practical tips on how to become a "rock hound," from what tools to bring to how to start and display your own amazing collection.
  • The Three Types of Rocks: Discover the difference between igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks through clear explanations and examples.
  • Identifying Minerals: Learn the secrets geologists use to identify minerals, including color, streak, luster, and the Mohs hardness scale.
  • STEM for Kids: Packed with stunning, full-color photographs and fascinating facts that support Common Core standards and make Earth science fun.

Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780062289179
  • ISBN-10: 0062289179
  • Publisher: HarperCollins
  • Publish Date: August 2017
  • Dimensions: 10 x 10 x 0.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 0.5 pounds
  • Page Count: 48
  • Reading Level: Ages 6-10

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