A rock is lively / Aston, Dianna Hutts

An illustrated introduction to rocks and minerals describing the different types, their creation, and how they are used.

Provides an introduction to the world of rocks, detailing their characteristics and examining how various types form. Includes full-color illustrations.

"From dazzling blue lapis lazuli to volcanic snowflake obsidian, this poetic illustrated book describes the incredible variety of rocks on Earth and how they move through the rock cycle"--.

Introduces young readers to rocks and minerals.