
Little Kids First Big Book of Rocks, Minerals and Shells
National Geographic Kids (Publisher)
Will be published approx. on 13. July 2021
Book
Hardback
128 pages
978-1-4263-7222-3 (ISBN)
Description
Get ready to be dazzled! This lively reference book for the younger set introduces a fascinating variety of Earth's rocks, minerals, gemstones, fossils, and shells--from granite to gold, marble to malachite, and conchs to clams.
Discover how rocks are formed, the three kinds of rocks, and the difference between rocks and minerals. Learn how rocks and minerals are used in art, architecture, industry, and science. Then journey to the oceans to explore seashells and the amazing animals that once inhabited them. Packed with more than 200 stunning photos, including closeups of each specimen, this colorful book showcases breathtaking natural sites such as the Giant's Causeway and human-built structures such as the Great Wall of China.
Filled with fun facts and designed for interactive learning, the Little Kids First Big Book of Rocks, Minerals, and Shells is sure to become a favorite with young rock and shell collectors and their parents!
Discover how rocks are formed, the three kinds of rocks, and the difference between rocks and minerals. Learn how rocks and minerals are used in art, architecture, industry, and science. Then journey to the oceans to explore seashells and the amazing animals that once inhabited them. Packed with more than 200 stunning photos, including closeups of each specimen, this colorful book showcases breathtaking natural sites such as the Giant's Causeway and human-built structures such as the Great Wall of China.
Filled with fun facts and designed for interactive learning, the Little Kids First Big Book of Rocks, Minerals, and Shells is sure to become a favorite with young rock and shell collectors and their parents!
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 4 to 8 years
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Paper over boards
Dimensions
Height: 255 mm
Width: 254 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
766 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4263-7222-3 (9781426372223)
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Other editions
Additional editions

Moira Rose Donohue | Geographic Kids National
National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Rocks, Minerals & Shells
E-Book
07/2021
Disney - RHCB
€7.99
Available for download
Persons
MOIRA ROSE DONOHUE is the author of all sorts of nonfiction books for children, including the Little Kids First Big Book of the Rain Forest, Kangaroo to the Rescue, and Parrot Genius, all from National Geographic. Born in Queens, New York, she now lives in St. Petersburg, Florida. moirarosedonohue.weebly.com