About the book
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.
Editions of Rocks & Minerals
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780062289179
- EBook
- ISBN 9780062289193
Read an Excerpt
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocks & Minerals about?
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.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Rocks & Minerals?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s: picture books, activity books, early learning concepts > Children’s interactive and activity books and kits
Where can I read a sample of Rocks & Minerals?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780062289179
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Rocks & Minerals?
Seymour Simon
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Rocks & Minerals is available as paperback(ISBN 9780062289179) and ebook(ISBN 9780062289193)
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