Rocks and Minerals, written and edited by Caroline Bingham. 48
pages. Publisher: DK CHILDREN; 1st edition (January 2004)
Reading level: Ages 5-8. Eye Wonder Rocks and Minerals
introduces geologic elements to budding scientists - Did you
know that the amount of gold in any material is measured in
carats and that 24-carat gold is pure gold? Find out facts like
this and much more in this fascinating guide to rocks and
minerals. Collecting Rocks, Gems and Minerals takes you from
having a casual interest in rocks to being a true collector, and
it serves as the only book of its kind to have values for these
beautiful offerings from nature. The easy-to-use, and durable
design of this book makes it the perfect guide to use out in the
field, and it: Covers both lapidary and mineral display
materials Includes organics such as amber, bone, coral, pearl
and shell Lists chemical group, system, hardness, opacity,
fracture, specific gravity and more Provides values and tips for
locating, buying and collecting 600 incredible