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A Rock Is Lively

Author: Dianna Hutts Aston  

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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. Full color.

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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. Full color.

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Description

From the award-winning creators of An Egg Is Quiet, A Seed Is Sleepy, and A Butterfly Is Patient comes this 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 here in all their splendor.

Poetic in voice and elegant in design, this book introduces children to a captivating array of rock facts, making it equally enjoyable in a classroom reading circle as on a parent's lap.

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Critic Reviews

“REVIEWS: The hardcover reviewed very well, including a starred review![star] 'Another beauty from Aston and Long. . . . Meticulous, elegant. . . . Eye-catching and eye-opening.' --School Library Journal, starred review'A visual and verbal feast, this book deserves a place on every library shelf.' --The Boston Globe 'The illustrations are as brilliant and welcoming as the writing is informative, this book is a keeper.' --Children's Literature 'This book thrills with its simplicity and grace. . . . Stunningly rendered.' --Publishers Weekly Shelf Talker blog”

"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

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About the Author

Dianna Hutts Aston is the author of many bestselling books for children. She is also the founder of The Oz Project, a nonprofit foundation which provides inspirational hot air balloon experiences to disadvantaged children. She lives on an island off the coast of Texas. Visit her at Sylvia Long is the award-wining illustrator of many bestselling books for children. Her detailed paintings are inspired by her love of animals and the outdoors. Visit her at www.sylvia-long.com.

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Product Details

Publisher
Chronicle Books
Published
1st August 2015
Pages
40
ISBN
9781452145556

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