Get ready to be dazzled by some of the shiniest, most colorful, useful—and even dangerous—rocks, minerals, and gems on the planet! In this Level 3 reader, d

"Information about gems, rocks, and other shiny objects on the planet, for children"--

From dazzling gemstones to sparkling crystals to molten lava, this brilliantly illustrated book introduces children to the exciting world of rocks and minerals,

An introduction to rocks and minerals including how they are formed.

Decribes the role of the archaeologist, including what they do, what tools they use in the field, and the future of the profession.