Rock Is Lively
By (Author) Dianna Aston
Illustrated by Sylvia Long
Chronicle Books
Chronicle Books
1st September 2012
United States
Children
552
Winner of New Mexico-Arizona Book Awards (Children's Picture) 2014
Hardback
40
Width 238mm, Height 285mm, Spine 10mm
470g
From the award-winning creators of An Egg Is Quiet, A Seed Is Sleepy, and A Butterfly Is Patient comes a gorgeous and informative introduction to the fascinating world of rocks. From dazzling blue lapis lazuli to volcanic snowflake obsidian, an incredible variety of rocks are showcased in all their splendor. Poetic in voice and elegant in design, this book introduces an array of facts, making it equally perfect for classroom sharing and family reading.
"A visual and verbal feast, this book deserves a place on every library shelf. " - Boston Globe/Best Children's Books of the Year
Dianna Aston is the author of many books for children. In addition to writing for children, she managed her non-profit foundation, The Oz Project, which provided inspirational hot air balloon experiences to children in orphanages, rural villages and children with special needs, to encourage them to dream without limits. Sylvia Long is the illustrator of many best-selling books for children. Her detailed painting are inspired by her love of animals and the outdoors.