Bart Hall: The writing is clear and age-appropriate for most kids 10 and up. Heck, it's a great intro even for non-scientist adults. Helpful, clear illustrations. The only things I would have added are how SHALLOW the oceans actually are, and how low the loftiest mountains, compared to Earth.
If Earth is a ball 3 metres in diameter [about 10 ft], the average depth of the oceans is the same as a human hair, as is the height of the Rocky Mountains. The deepest ocean trench and the highest peak are only three hairs on that 10-ft ball. Similarly, the Mid-Ocean Ridges spread at about 3 centimetres per year [1 1/4 in], which is the same rate as our fingernails grow.
Read the book with your kid(s). You'll each learn some very neat stuff, and now you've got some cool trivia to add. Delightful value at the price, especially if you're learning together with the kid(s), which is even more valuable than anything specific to geology.
United States on Dec 31, 2022
Charlotte: A Christmas present for granddaughter so read through and found it was very useful
United Kingdom on Nov 20, 2022
Michael: written very well for a child.
United States on Nov 12, 2022
Terry M: So enjoyed how this book introduces young readers into the many areas of geology. So glad the author included experiments to try at home that spark more interest.
United States on Sep 04, 2021
Amazon Customer: This book was for a 5-year-old child who loves rocks and lerning about th
United States on Aug 18, 2021
Nat: Fabulous book! Exactly was I was looking for. Explains information well and concise. My 7 year is really enjoying learning about Earth!
United States on Mar 25, 2021
| Unlock the Secrets of Geology: An Introductory Guide to Rocks, Minerals, and the Earth for Junior Scientists | Create Unique Art with Scribble Stones by Diane Alberni | Discover the Fascinating World of Rocks and Minerals: A Guide to Finding, Collecting, and Cherishing Nature's Treasures | |
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| Sale off | $3 OFF | $3 OFF | |
| Total Reviews | 35 reviews | 198 reviews | 141 reviews |
| Item Weight | 8 ounces | 13.2 ounces | 3.53 ounces |
| Paperback | 98 pages | ||
| Children's Rock & Mineral Books | Children's Rock & Mineral Books | Children's Rock & Mineral Books | Children's Rock & Mineral Books |
| Dimensions | 8 x 0.27 x 8 inches | 8 x 0.51 x 10.38 inches | |
| Best Sellers Rank | #28 in Children's Rock & Mineral Books#54 in Children's Oceanography Books#72 in Children's Earth Sciences Books | #6 in Children's Rock & Mineral Books#6 in Children's Art Fiction#411 in Children's Literature | #3 in Children's Environment & Ecology Books #5 in Children's Rock & Mineral Books#13 in Encyclopedias for Children |
| Lexile measure | 790L | IG960L | |
| Language | English | English | English |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8/5 stars of 559 ratings | 4.8/5 stars of 5,387 ratings | 4.8/5 stars of 7,133 ratings |
| ISBN-10 | 1647391547 | 1732934649 | 1465461906 |
| Reading age | 6 - 10 years, from customers | 3 - 7 years, from customers | 6 - 9 years, from customers |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1647391546 | 978-1732934641 | 978-1465461902 |
| Publisher | Rockridge Press; Illustrated edition | Diane Alber Art LLC | DK Children; Illustrated edition |
| Children's Oceanography Books | Children's Oceanography Books | ||
| Children's Earth Sciences Books (Books) | Children's Earth Sciences Books | ||
| Grade level | 2 - 3 | Kindergarten - 4 |
United Kingdom on Jul 18, 2023