Children's Encyclopedia of Rocks and Fossils (Arcturus Children's Reference Library) - Hardcover

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Discover the fascinating world of geology with this comprehensive encyclopedia.

Full of surprising facts and stunning photographs, this accessible book looks at the rocks that make up our world-from granite mountains to beautiful marble buildings. Fossils and gemstones are also covered in detail, making this the definitive children's guide to understanding the planet beneath our feet.

Accessible, entertaining, and authoritative, this comprehensive visual encyclopedia is the perfect introduction to the world of geology for children aged eight and above.

ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Children's Reference Library uses stunning photography, fabulous facts and useful diagrams to introduce a variety of subjects - from the animal kingdom to space. Great to dip into, these reference guides are a staple for any child's bookshelf.

This comprehensive encyclopedia presents in-depth information in a way that is engaging and accessible to young readers.

Illustrated throughout with stunning photographs.

This fascinating book is broken down into six chapters: Geology, Igneous Rocks, Sedimentary Rocks, Metamorphic Rocks, Fossils, and Crystals and Gemstones.

Detailed factboxes summarise the key characteristics of each rock, fossil and gemstone.

The Children's Encyclopedia series has been translated into 16 languages and sold over 715,000 copies worldwide!

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