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BOOKS & VIDEOS

1001 Facts about Rocks and Minerals
by Sue Fuller and Chris Maynard, soft cover, 192 pages.
#BK-48 $8.99
A Backpack series book, packed with fascinating facts about rocks and minerals. Quality photographs throughout.
Recommended for ages 9 through adult.

 

Eye Wonder Series: Rocks and Minerals
by Caroline Bingham, hard cover, 47 pages.
#BK-102 $9.99
Dig into the earth and discover the amazing treasures beneath our feet. Travel on an incredible journey through Earth. Take trips through deep diamond mines, locate hidden secrets in the rocks, and find out what salt really is. Packed with facts, accessible text, and dramatic photography.
Recommended for ages 8-14.

 

Smithsonian Rock and Fossil Hunter
by Ben Morgan, soft cover, 72 pages.
#BK-103 $9.99
Explore nature with this book packed with more than 30 fun activities. Become an expert rock and fossil hunter with this hands-on guide to the natural world. It's full of easy-to-do activities and amazing things to see, discover, and explore. Comes with fold-out rock and fossil field guides.

 

Rocks & Fossils
An Usborne Guide, by Martyn Bramwell, soft cover, 31 pages.
#BK-92 $6.95
This fascinating book is an excellent introduction to the world of rocks and fossils. With detailed diagrams and illustrations, it explains many of the geological processes which have formed different rocks, minerals, and fossils.
Recommended for ages 8 and up.


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Science Kids: Rocks and Fossils
Kingfisher Publishing, by Chris Pellant, soft cover, 47 pages.
#BK-108 $6.95
Discover the world of geology. Find out how fossils form, take a closer look at pebbles and stones, discover how volcanoes make rocks, learn how pressure can change solid rocks. Fun and easy projects you can do at home.
Recommended for ages 5 to 10.

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The Best Book of Fossils, Rocks, and Minerals
Kingfisher Publishing, by Chris Pellant, soft cover, 31 pages.
#BK-109 $6.95
Explore our rocky world and discover the treasures hidden beneath its surface. Step-by-step illustrations explain the basics - like how to ifdentify different rocks and crystals or how fossils were formed over millions of years. Recommended for ages 5 to 8.

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Let's Go Rock Collecting
A Reading Rainbow Book, by Roma Gans, Illustratd by Holly Keller, soft cover, 32 pages
#BK-56 $4.99
Travel around the globe with two adventurous rock hounds and learn how rocks form and change. Rocks are everywhere. Whether they are part of an ancient pyramid or under your very feeet, they are always close by. Once you learn more about them, you won't be able to resist starting ta collection of your own! Appropriate for younger children, ages 5-8.

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Eyewitness Books: Rocks & Minerals
by Dr. R.F. Symes, hard cover, 64 pages.
#BK-26 $15.99
Spectacular and informative guide to the amazing world beneath our feet. Stunning color photos of rocks, fossils, minerals, precious metals, crystals, jewels, and gemstones give the reader a unique eyewitness insight into the evolution and composition of the earth. Readers ages 9 through adult will enjoy this book in the Eyewitness series.

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Eyewitness Books: Crystal & Gem
by Dr. R.F. Symes and Dr. R.R. Harding, hard cover, 64 pages.

#BK-27 $15.99 
Spectacular and informative guide to the amazing world of crystals and gems. Superb color photographs of crystals, jewels, and gemstones of every color, size, and shape offer a unique eyewitness insight into their extraordinary beauty and variety. Readers ages 9 through adult will enjoy this book in the Eyewitness series.

*NEW* - Now includes poster and clip art CD

 

 

Eyewitness Books: Fossil
by Dr. Paul D. Taylor, hard cover, 64 pages.
#BK-28 $15.99 
An original and exciting new look at fossils - the remains of long-vanished animals and plants. Stunning real-life photos of the spectacular remains of ancient lives offer a unique eyewitness view of what fossils are, how they were formed, and how they lived millions of years ago. Readers ages 9 through adult will enjoy this book in the Eyewitness series.

 

The Ultimate Rocks & Minerals Sticker Book

by DK Publishing, soft cover, 8 pages
#BK-55 $6.99
Create your own picture book with over 60 bright full-color stickers. Each self-adhesive sticker is easy to peel off, and can be used more than once. Fact-packed labels accompany every sticker.

 

DK Pockets: Rocks & Minerals

by DK Publishing, written by Sue Fuller, soft cover, 155 pages
#BK-112 $6.99
This book is packed with information about rocks and minerals, along with beautiful photographs. A great pocket reference book, with diagrams, charts, maps, glossary, and index.
Recommended for ages 9 to adult.

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DK Pockets: Gemstones by DK Publishing, written by Emma Foa, soft cover, 122 pages
#BK-107 $6.99
This little gem of a book is packed with information, history, and lore of gemstones, along with beautiful photographs. A great pocket reference book, with diagrams, charts, maps, glossary, and index.
Recommended for ages 9 to adult.

 

DK Pockets: Fossils by DK Publishing, written by Douglas Palmer, soft cover, 155 pages
#BK-113 $6.99
This little book is packed with information about fossils, along with beautiful photographs. A great pocket reference book, with diagrams, charts, maps, glossary, and index.
Recommended for ages 9 to adult.

 

Eyewitness Workbook: Earth
by DK Publishing, written by Caryn Jenner, fold-out workbook, 48 pages
#BK-101 $9.99
A workbook that children will actually want to use! Are you ready to take your knowledge of the planet Earth to the next level? This activity-packed workbook will help you go straight to the head of the class. Find out how mountains are formed, see inside our planet, learn how a volcano works, and discover the layers of our atmosphere. Train your brain with activities, stickers, and quizes. Includes tun-and-learn information wheel. Parent notes and curriculum-based content. Chart your progress and receive your certificate of completion!

 

DK Experience: Volcano
by DK Publishing, written by Anne Rooney, hard cover, 65 pages
#BK-99 $15.99
Journey to the center of the earth and witness what actually happens during one of our planet's most violent events. Astonishing story of how volcanoes are created and what happens when they erupt, with incredible images and amazing facts. Volcano is a story that will shake your world. Includes free fold-out poster over 5 feet long!

 

Eye Wonder Series: Volcano
by DK Publishing, written by Lis Magloff, hard cover, 47 pages
#BK-100 $9.99
Explode into the spectacular world of the volcano. Find out what causes the most dramatic scenes on Earth and look back in time to discover the violence and danger that is the volcano. Packed with facts, accessible text, and dramatic photography.

 

Volcanoes
by Neil Morris, soft cover, 32 pages
#BK-57 $6.95

Part of the Wonders of our World series, this book explains what a volcano is, and identifies the different types of volcanoes, the lava, ash, and rock produced by volcanoes. Examples of volcanoes from around the world, as well as information about geysers, springs, avalanches, and tsunamis resulting from volcanic activity, and the birth of new islands. Great illustrations and facts.


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The Best Book of Volcanoes
Kingfisher Publishing, by Simon Adams, soft cover, 31 pages.
#BK-111 $6.95
Explore undersea volcanoes, volcanic islands, crater lakes, and barren volcanis landscapes - and even travel to volcanoes on other planets. Learn how mountains of fire are formed, fromthe red-hot core to the outer crust. Learn the differences between types of volcanoes and lava and the extraordinary minerals that they produce.
Recommended for ages 5 to 8.

 

DK Readers: Volcanoes and other natural disasters
by DK Publishing, written by Harriet Griffey, soft cover, 48 pages
#BK-104 $3.99
Stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in this series of books geared toward developing both reading skills and knowledge. Learn about the famous eruptions of Vesuvius and Pelee. Learn about other natural powerful forces such as earthquakes, avalanches, and hurricanes. Recommended for readers age 8-12.

 

DK Readers: Dinosaur Detectives
by DK Publishing, written by Peter Chrisp, soft cover, 48 pages
#BK-105 $3.99
Stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in this series of books geared toward developing both reading skills and knowledge. Read stories of the first fossil hunters up to the present technological advances in science. Recommended for readers age 8-12.

 

DK Readers: Dinosaurs! Battle of the Bones
by DK Publishing, written by Sharon Siamon, soft cover, 48 pages
#BK-106 $3.99
Stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in this series of books geared toward developing both reading skills and knowledge. Read the fascinating story of the colorful characters who discovered Dinosaur Valley, and find out who won the battle of the bones.
Recommended for readers age 8-12.

 

I Wonder Why Stars Twinkle and other questions about space
Kingfisher Publishing, by Carole Stott, soft cover, 31 pages.
#BK-110 $6.95
How many stars are there? How hot is the sun? What is ablack hole? With detailed, lively answers to these and many other fascinating questions, this book is a perfect introduction to the marvels of space. Combining incredible information with awesome artowrk, it is guaranteeed to amaze and inspire! Recommended for ages 5 to 8.

 



VIDEOS

Eyewitness DVD Video: Rock & Mineral

Eyewitness DVD Video: Rock & Mineral
Narrated by Martin Sheen, 35 minutes.
#VD-4 $12.99
Rock & Mineral shatters the stone's reputation for "rock solid" permanence. Discover how rocks keep a constantly changing record of our planet's fascinating history, and see how minerals are at the very core of our civilization.

 


Eyewitness VHS Video: Rock & Mineral
Eyewitness VHS Video: Rock & Mineral
Narrated by Martin Sheen, 35 minutes.
#VD-1 $10.99
Rock & Mineral shatters the stone's reputation for "rock solid" permanence. Discover how rocks keep a constantly changing record of our planet's fascinating history, and see how minerals are at the very core of our civilization.
VHS format for U.S. and Canadian orders only.

 


Eyewitness DVD Video: Volcano
Eyewitness DVD Video: Volcano
Narrated by Martin Sheen, 35 minutes.
#VD-3 $12.99
Volcano explodes the myths surrounding our planet's violent nature. Journey to the most inhospitable regions of the earth, where rock melts - and all life trembles. Witness the destructive effects of volcanoes and earthquakes - and the life-giving results of their aftermath.

 


Eyewitness VHS Video: Volcano

Eyewitness VHS Video: Volcano
Narrated by Martin Sheen, 35 minutes.
#VD-2 $10.99
Volcano explodes the myths surrounding our planet's violent nature. Journey to the most inhospitable regions of the earth, where rock melts - and all life trembles. Witness the destructive effects of volcanoes and earthquakes - and the life-giving results of their aftermath.
VHS format for U.S. and Canadian orders only.

 



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