Who else is in the line of the snow storm coming through the south, lower mid-west, and soon to be east (I think that's where it's headed, anyway)? We're lucky enough to live right in the area which got hit by the last storm and are already at about 5-6 inches of snow this morning. Now, I don't see that as much after growing up in Denver, but here, 1-inch closes the town down. Luckily, we're hitting 40+ degrees tomorrow, so people will be able to breath again soon.
We're snuggling up today in front of the fireplace (as is usual this week), sipping all sorts of hot drinks, and I'm hitting my reading pile. Maybe, I'll be able to shove in some extras today (wouldn't that be fun?)
First, I'm starting with this book on rocks. My youngest absolutely loves looking for rocks (although she's already a teen). So, I'm hoping this one will be something to make her eyes shine.
(Note: This one is going onto my possible favorites of 2025 list)
THE ROCKS BOOK
Lonely Planet
Middle Grade Nonfiction
160 pages
ages 9 to 12
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.
MY TIDBITS
From front to back, this book is chucked full of stones and all sorts of different aspects to prove how important this very large resource is.
This books is about rocks, and I mean that in a broad and wide sense. Everything from rock formations, minerals in space, architecture, careers, rock hounding tips, often-found stones, gems, unique rocks, lava, plate tectonics, history and more is covered. I'm not sure that it's possible to be more encompassing in the topic than this read is and still be firmly set for the middle grade audience. And that in a manner, which doesn't forget the attention span of the age group.
The information is divided into sections, which include everything from areas of the world to rock collecting information, to types of rocks, to the science behind rocks and so much more. Each page, then, holds a two-page-spread photo of something related to the topic as the background. Then, the more detailed topics are placed in colored boxes across the page, each with its own photo to highlight the information. The text is kept short and concise, and yet, brings across the facts in a relaxed and grabbing style. It keeps the information from growing heavy, allows readers to flip through and pick up the book here and there at will, and even offers information, which will catch more reluctant readers' eyes.
This isn't a book to be read through from beginning to end, but rather, invites to be picked up time and again...and offers so much discover. There is an index and glossary at the end to make it a lovely resource when looking for more specific information, but the book is more for those, who want to explore and simply grab up interesting tidbits along the way.
It makes a great resource for classrooms and libraries, and is even one which rock fans or science readers will enjoy getting their hands on.
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