precious stones

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precious stones

Crystal & gem

Provides information about the formation and practical uses of crystals, semiprecious stones, and precious metals.

Crystal & gem

Examines crystals and gems in various shapes, sizes and colors. Also explores how crystals are used in everything from industrial tools and electronics to items in the household.

All about crystals and gems

discovering treasures of the natural world
"This book introduces readers to crystals and gems"--Provided by publisher.

Crystal & gem

Describes how crystals form in nature, how crystals are grown artificially, and how they are used in industry. Numerous color photos with text identify the various gemstones.

20 things you didn't know about rocks and gems

"Readers learn about rocks and gems through the lens of 20 fun and interesting questions"--Provided by publisher.

Agent Amelia: Ghost diamond!

Elementary school secret agent Amelia continues her efforts to save the world from evil geniuses and criminal masterminds, this time foiling a jewel thief, identifying some unusual cat burglars, and evading a weed army.

Dig and discover crystals

2023
"You've been rock hunting in a mine for hours when something sparkly catches your eye. As you clear the dirt from around the crystal, you know your long hunt was worth it. You're holding a shiny blue sapphire! Find out how crystals form, where they are found, and about some of the most amazing crystal discoveries. Then learn how you can find and collect diamonds, emeralds, rubies, and other dazzling crystals too!"--Provided by publisher.
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Gems for kids

a junior scientist's guide to mineral crystals and other natural treasures
2022
"What do dusty old rocks have to do with the shiny, colorful jewels that you see in rings and necklaces? Everything! Set off on a journey inside Earth and learn the different ways our planet uses rocks and minerals to make gemstones. Discover how some grow in red-hot magma deep underground, while others are made by animals or plants, plus fun facts about their colors, shapes, uses, and more. You'll even learn how to grow your own crystals with sugar and water!"--Provided by publisher.
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20 things you didn't know about rocks and gems

"Readers learn about rocks and gems through the lens of 20 fun and interesting questions"--.

Keepers of the stones & stars

2024
"Reed is leading his best life: he's just kissed the boy of his dreams, his band is finally taking off, and he's a shoo-in to getting elected as next year's Student Council president. But he's ready to give it all up when his suspiciously artistocratic guidance counselor tells him he has been chosen to go on the adventure of a lifetime. Because Reed is the first of five Stone Bearers to be chosen by magical gems and granted extraordinary powers. All he has to do is unite all five and lead them to seal a portal that will release an onslaught of uncontrollable chaotic magical energies and destroy the world as they know it. It's up to the ruby, sapphire, topaz, emerald, and amethyst Bearers to save the world, fulfilling their roles in a centuries-old cycle that dates back to seventeenth-century Mughal India and the first Keepers of the Stones and Stars"--Provided by publisher.

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