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PublisherAdventurekeen

ISBN-101591937736

ISBN-139781591937739

eBay Product ID (ePID)240326777

Product Key Features

Book TitleRock Collecting for Kids : an Introduction to Geology

Number of Pages144 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicScience & Nature / Earth Sciences / Rocks & Minerals, Sports & Recreation / Camping & Outdoor Activities, Crafts & Hobbies

Publication Year2018

IllustratorYes

GenreJuvenile Nonfiction

AuthorDan R. Lynch

Book SeriesSimple Introductions to Science Ser.

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.3 in

Item Weight6.3 Oz

Item Length7 in

Item Width5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience

Grade FromFirst Grade

Grade ToSeventh Grade

Table Of ContentAll About Geology Minerals Rocks How to Identify Rocks and Minerals Rock Collecting Basics Mineral Collecting Basics Agates, Fossils, and Dyed Crystals Frequently Asked Questions About Rock Collecting Glossary Rocks and Minerals Journal About the Author

SynopsisRock collecting is simple and fun with this children's book that includes an introduction to geology, an identification guide to rocks and minerals, and a "how to" section. Nature's treasures are just beneath our feet, waiting to be discovered. With this book, you'll experience the excitement of finding, collecting, and identifying rocks and minerals. Dan R. Lynch, author of many Rocks & Minerals field guides, presents a children's introduction to our amazing Earth. The book begins with geology basics, such as where rocks come from and how Earth's surface changes over time. Next, young readers are provided with an identification guide, which features full-color photographs and ID tips on 75 types of common and collectible rocks and minerals. From there, a "how to" section includes details on what to look for, where to look, and what to bring, as well as safety considerations. With rock collecting guidelines that the whole family will learn from and enjoy, this fun guide is engaging and informative. Inside You'll Find "How to" section, including details on what to look for and where to look Geology basics, such as where rocks come from and how Earth's surface changes over time Identification guide to 75 common and collectible rocks & minerals Full-color photographs and ID tips With plenty of kid-appeal, Rock Collecting for Kids starts children on a path toward becoming successful rock collectors!, Rock collecting is for everyone Nature's treasures are just beneath our feet, waiting to be discovered. With this book, you'll experience the excitement of finding, collecting, and identifying rocks and minerals. Dan R. Lynch, author of many field guides, presents a children's introduction to our amazing Earth. The book begins with geology basics, such as where rocks come from and how Earth's surface changes over time. Next, young readers are provided with an identification guide, which features full-color photographs and ID tips on 75 types of common and collectible rocks and minerals. From there, a "how to" section includes details on what to look for, where to look, and what to bring, as well as safety considerations. With rock collecting guidelines that the whole family will learn from and enjoy, this fun guide is engaging and informative--with plenty of kid-appeal--as it starts children on the path toward becoming successful rock collectors, This children's guide to rock collecting includes a beginner's introduction to geology, an identification section for 75 types of common and collectible rocks and minerals, and a "how to" section., Rock collecting is for everyone! Nature's treasures are all around us, waiting to be discovered. Share the thrills of searching and finding with the next generation of rock hounds. Acclaimed author of the Rocks & Minerals Identification Guides Dan R. Lynch presents a children's introduction to rock collecting that the whole family will enjoy. The book begins with a "how to" section, including details on what to look for, where to look, and what to bring, as well as safety considerations. Next, Dan lays out the basics of geology, explaining everything from where rocks come from to how the Earth's surface changes over time. From there, young readers are provided with an identification section, which features full-color photographs and ID tips on 75 types of common and collectible rocks and minerals. This fun guide is engaging and informative--with plenty of kid-appeal--as it starts children on the path toward becoming successful rock collectors!