Get ready to rock with this complete guide to minerals, gemstones and rocks around the world. Packed with amazing facts and knowledge, kids will discover what our planet is made of - there's even an epic directory of almost every type of stone including amphibolite, zoizite, diamonds, and more. Come explore the ground beneath our feet - let's go! What are rocks? How do fossils form? Are rocks different across the world? The Rocks Book has all the answers for curious readers, budding geologists - and petrologists! This comprehensive guide leaves no stone unturned and covers every topic imaginable, from investigating the many different varieties of rock, to learning about rocks from space, and even sharing tips on how to collect rocks sustainably. Our world is a rocky planet - to know its rocks is to know the Earth. There's no better introduction for kids than this. Inside The Rocks Book: An incredible breadth of knowledge about the planet's many rocks and minerals written in an engaging and informative way for children and grown-ups alike Rocks around the world are explored continent by continent across North America, South America, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, Oceania, Antarctica, and even Under the Sea Fun sections and features including Rock Detectives and How to be a Rock Hound, keep kids entertained and aid learning Fascinating 'Directory of Rocks, Minerals and Gemstones' provides in-depth coverage of gold, sapphires, sandstone, and many more Written by Nancy Dickmann, author of Lonely Planet Kids' Amazing Night Sky Atlas and Amazing Ancient History Atlas Find out what the world is made of, from top to bottom, with The Rocks Book - the latest addition to Lonely Planet Kids' The Fact Book series. This is the ultimate study of rocks for geology-loving kids and the perfect gift for curious children who love to learn about our planet. About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travelers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!