Dave's Down-To-Earth Rock Shop (Mathstart. Level 3) - Hardcover

Murphy, Stuart J.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0060280182 ISBN 13: 9780060280185

Publisher: Harpercollins Childrens Books, 2000

Synopsis

After gathering their rock collection for their rock expert friend, Dave, Josh, and Amy must separate the rocks using a classification system, in a brightly illustrated concept book for young readers.

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Review:

Murphy turns his considerable talents to the concept of classification in this MathStart title. Murphy's forte is explaining complex topics in a down-to-earth manner, and that's just what he's done here. Along the way he also includes a good deal of information about rocks, minerals, and the scientific method. Smith's full color illustrations capture the excitement of rock hunting and include many geological and equipment details. A good introduction to primary geology units or lessons on classification. Activity suggestions for adults and kids are appended.ALA Booklist

About the Author:

Stuart J. Murphy is a visual learning specialist. A graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design, he has a strong background in design and art direction. He also has extensive experience in the world of educational publishing. Drawing on all these talents, Stuart J. Murphy brings a unique perspective to the MathStart series. In MathStart books, pictures do more than tell stories; they teach math.

Stuart J. Murphy and his wife, Nancy, live in Boston.

About this edition

• Publisher: Harpercollins Childrens Books
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0060280182
• ISBN 13: 9780060280185
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 33
• Illustrator: Smith Cat Bowman