Rock Is Lively (Nature Books) - Hardcover

Aston, Dianna

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1452106452 ISBN 13: 9781452106458

Publisher: Chronicle Books, 2012

Synopsis

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.

About this title

Review:

"Another beauty from Aston and Long... Eye-catching and eye-opening." -School Library Journal, starred review

"Makes geology fun and visually arresting" - Entertainment Weekly

"A visual and verbal feast, this book deserves a place on every library shelf. " - Boston Globe/Best Children's Books of the Year

From the Author:

Dianna Aston is the author of many books for children. In addition to writing for children, she managed her non-profit foundation, The Oz Project, which provided inspirational hot air balloon experiences to children in orphanages, rural villages and children with special needs, to encourage them to dream without limits. Sylvia Long is the illustrator of many best-selling books for children. Her detailed painting are inspired by her love of animals and the outdoors.

About this edition

• Publisher: Chronicle Books
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 1452106452
• ISBN 13: 9781452106458
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 40
• Illustrator: Long Sylvia