An Anthology of Rocks and Minerals

A Collection of Rocks, Minerals, and Gems from Around the World

Author DK
Hardcover
$16.99 US
0"W x 0"H x 0"D  
On sale Oct 01, 2024 | 128 Pages | 978-0-593-84614-8
| Grades 6-8
Find out how to identify, where to spot, and what to know about rocks, gems, and minerals with this beautiful field guide.

Transportable in size and crammed with profiles of different specimens, An Anthology of Rocks and Minerals covers minerals that no collection would be complete without, including quartz, pyrite, moonstone, amethyst, lapis lazuli, and much more, as well as rock types that children will love spotting when they are out and about.

Featuring photographs of striking specimens and illustrations by the artist behind DK’s best-selling Anthology series, as well as plenty of intriguing information, this book will be one to treasure for young rock and mineral enthusiasts.
We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

https://www.dk.com/ View titles by DK
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Find out how to identify, where to spot, and what to know about rocks, gems, and minerals with this beautiful field guide.

Transportable in size and crammed with profiles of different specimens, An Anthology of Rocks and Minerals covers minerals that no collection would be complete without, including quartz, pyrite, moonstone, amethyst, lapis lazuli, and much more, as well as rock types that children will love spotting when they are out and about.

Featuring photographs of striking specimens and illustrations by the artist behind DK’s best-selling Anthology series, as well as plenty of intriguing information, this book will be one to treasure for young rock and mineral enthusiasts.

Author

We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

https://www.dk.com/ View titles by DK

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