From the award-winning creators of An Egg Is Quiet, A Seed Is Sleepy, and A Butterfly Is Patient comes a gorgeous and informative introduction to the fascinating world of rocks. From dazzling blue lapis lazuli to volcanic snowflake obsidian, an incredible variety of rocks are showcased in all their splendor. Poetic in voice and elegant in design, this book introduces an array of facts, making it equally perfect for classroom sharing and family reading....

"For those with curious minds starting to take note of the world around them, the basic materials from which our planet is made raise a multitude of questions. What are rocks and minerals? Why are there so many different kinds? From the way that rocks are formed to identifying gem stones, [this book] provides the answers for budding geologists, using clear, concise text along with full color illustrations and photographs."--Amazon.com.

With this book, you'll experience the excitement of finding, collecting, and identifying rocks and minerals.

"La naturaleza está repleta de objetos fascinantes y a la vez misteriosos, pero ¿sabemos qué son y cómo se han formado? Conoce más de 100 tesoros de la naturaleza que esconden historias sorprendentes: desde las escamas de una mariposa y el esqueleto de un coral hasta un grano de polen o un meteorito. Descubre fascinantes minerales y estructuras creadas por la naturaleza y déjate sorprender por los recursos increíbles que los animales y las...