Children's Encyclopedia of Rocks and Fossils

by Claudia Martin, Chris Jarvis (Contributor)

Discover the fascinating world of geology with this comprehensive encyclopedia.

Full of surprising facts and stunning photographs, this accessible book looks at the rocks that make up our world-from granite mountains to beautiful marble buildings. Fossils and gemstones are also covered in detail, making this the definitive children's guide to understanding the planet beneath our feet.

Accessible, entertaining, and authoritative, this comprehensive visual encyclopedia is the perfect introduction to the world of geology for children aged eight and above.

ABOUT THE Arcturus Children's Reference Library uses stunning photography, fabulous facts and useful diagrams to introduce a variety of subjects - from the animal kingdom to space. Great to dip into, these reference guides are a staple for any child's bookshelf.

128 pages, Hardcover

Published September 15, 2019

Reviews

[Kazia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very nice! They did not dumb down the language, which is much appreciated; the photographs were plentiful and, some, very interesting (rocks, etc. in situ, for example). They also included interesting fact tidbits: quartz in watches, chalk for chalkboards, diamonds in surgical tools, etc.