Rocks and Minerals: Geology from Caverns to the Cosmos
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Chapter Book · Graphic novel · Ages 9–13 · 2020 · Est. 1 hour read

Rocks and Minerals: Geology from Caverns to the Cosmos

By Andy Hirsch

Part of the Science Comics series

Embark on a thrilling geological quest from volcanoes to outer space.

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128 pages· 7,898 words· Est. 1 hour read
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Join a crystal-obsessed fan and a renowned rock hunter on an epic geological adventure. From volcanic peaks to the depths of the earth and beyond, they uncover the forces shaping our world. Will they find rare gems or meteorites along the way? Dive into this action-packed journey and explore the wonders of rocks and minerals. Perfect for curious minds eager to learn about the planet's secrets.

From the publisher

Leave no stone unturned with Andy Hirsch’s Science Comics: Rocks and Minerals, the latest volume in First Second’s action-packed nonfiction graphic novel series for middle-grade readers! In this volume, join a crystal-crazy fanboy and a famous rock hunter on a geological journey that will take them to the summit of a volcano, deep within the earth, and even into outer space! They’ll learn about the unstoppable forces that shape our planet and they might even pick up a gemstone or meteorite along the way. Every volume of Science Comics offers a complete introduction to a particular topic–dinosaurs, the solar system, volcanoes, bats, robots, and more! Whether you’re a fourth grader doing a natural science unit at school or a thirty-year-old with a secret passion for airplanes, these graphic novels are for you!

At a glance
Format
Pages
128
Words
7,898
Reading age
9–13
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
~829L
Themes & topics
Books about rocksBooks about science and natureBooks about Earth scienceBooks about Earth's historyBooks about science education
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.3
F&P level
~T
AR points
1
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
510453
Publication
Published
October 20, 2020
Publisher
First Second
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book · Graphic novel
Identifiers
ISBN
9781250203953

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