Describes the formation and appearance of rocks, changes they can undergo, and how to start a collection.
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Grade 5-7?Various kinds of rock and its formations are the central topics of this slim volume. Explanations cover intrusive and extrusive igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rock. The discussion of each type, although brief, is presented in scientific terminology and contains enough substance to be useful for reports. Sharp, full-color photographs accompany the text. Although not as profusely illustrated as Steve Parker's Rocks and Minerals (DK, 1993), Kittinger's title presents more information. The glossary does not include pronunciations; the brief list for further reading includes Internet sites.?Kathryn Kosiorek, Cuyahoga County Public Library, Brooklyn, OH
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Jo's love of nature is evident in many of her books, examining everything from blue jays to blue sapphires. Bits of her personal life pop up in books as well. MOVING DAY was written in a rental truck as she drove her son to college, stirring up her own memories of moving often as a child. And THE JOY OF CATS speaks to her love of animals, especially the feline kind.
Jo S. Kittinger, a Florida native now living in Birmingham, AL, is the author of more than a dozen books, including middle grade non-fiction, and both fiction and non-fiction easy readers. JANE GOODALL and GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER, Scholastic News Nonfiction Readers with Children's Press are two of her more recent books. In addition, she has published numerous items in various books, magazines, educational materials and newspapers. Two picture books are soon to be released: ROSA'S BUS (with Boyds Mills Press) and THE HOUSE ON DIRTY THIRD STREET (with Peachtree Publishers. In addition, a vault-type nonfiction novelty book, PRIMATES, is in the works with Dalmatian Press/Intervisual Books.
Jo's passion for books started early--she was an avid reader growing up. Her editorial experience began as the editor of her high-school yearbook. Later she worked as an editorial assistant at The Flicker children's magazine, often wading through the slush pile of submissions.
Jo graduated summa cum laude from the University of Montevallo in Alabama, with a BFA in Fine Arts and a minor in biology. She worked as a potter and fine crafts gallery owner until her first child was born. Jo's first publications were original crafts projects in books such as Christmas With Southern Living and Christmas is Coming! Choosing to stay home with her children, Jo turned to writing full time and published her first book, DEAD LOG ALIVE! with Franklin Watts Publishers in 1996.
Currently Jo serves as a regional advisor for the Southern Breeze region (AL, MS, GA) of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators, where she organizes two conferences for writers and illustrators of children's literature each year. She enjoys making author talks at schools, libraries and conferences.
Jo S. Kittinger, a Florida native now living in Birmingham, AL, is the author of more than a dozen books, including middle grade non-fiction, and both fiction and non-fiction easy readers. JANE GOODALL and GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER, Scholastic News Nonfiction Readers with Children's Press are two of her more recent books. In addition, she has published numerous items in various books, magazines, educational materials and newspapers. Two picture books are soon to be released: ROSA'S BUS (with Boyds Mills Press) and THE HOUSE ON DIRTY THIRD STREET (with Peachtree Publishers. In addition, a vault-type nonfiction novelty book, PRIMATES, is in the works with Dalmatian Press/Intervisual Books.
Jo's passion for books started early--she was an avid reader growing up. Her editorial experience began as the editor of her high-school yearbook. Later she worked as an editorial assistant at The Flicker children's magazine, often wading through the slush pile of submissions.
Jo graduated summa cum laude from the University of Montevallo in Alabama, with a BFA in Fine Arts and a minor in biology. She worked as a potter and fine crafts gallery owner until her first child was born. Jo's first publications were original crafts projects in books such as Christmas With Southern Living and Christmas is Coming! Choosing to stay home with her children, Jo turned to writing full time and published her first book, DEAD LOG ALIVE! with Franklin Watts Publishers in 1996.
Currently Jo serves as a regional advisor for the Southern Breeze region (AL, MS, GA) of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators, where she organizes two conferences for writers and illustrators of children's literature each year. She enjoys making author talks at schools, libraries and conferences.
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This book rocks,
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This review is from: A Look at Rocks (First Books--Earth & Sky Science) (Library Binding)
A better book than I expected. Much more information than the ad led me to believe would be there. A great surprise.
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- The Encyclopedia of Gemstones and Minerals by Martin Holden in Back Matter
- Rocks and Minerals (Let's Explore Our World) by Rae Bains in Back Matter
- Mount Rushmore: The Story Behind the Scenery (English Edition) by Lincoln Borglum on page 14
- Rocks and Minerals by Alice Fitch Martin in Back Matter
- Handbook of Rocks, Minerals, and Gemstones by Walter Schumann Dr. in Back Matter
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