A Rock Is Born
An Epic Journey Through Time
$33.60
- Hardcover
40 pages
- Release Date
30 December 2025
Summary
Follow the epic life cycle of one rock from its prehistoric creation to modern day, in this transportive nonfiction picture book perfect for fans of GRAND CANYON and the Over and Under series.
Over one hundred million years ago, on the side of a volcano….a rock is born.
As time passes and the world changes, the rock changes, too. Mud erodes it. Lava melts it. And water compresses it.
Eventually, the rock will be reshaped. And a new rock is born.
Award-winning c…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781250749925 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1250749921 |
| Author: | Richard Ho, Lily Williams |
| Publisher: | St Martin's Press |
| Imprint: | St Martin's Press |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 40 |
| Release Date: | 30 December 2025 |
| Weight: | 416g |
| Dimensions: | 13mm x 292mm x 230mm |
| Audience Age: | 4 |
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Critics Review
“An appropriately fast-moving and energetic chronicle.” – Kirkus Reviews
“A long-form reminder that even the most ordinary objects can contain extraordinary histories.” – Publishers Weekly
“Perfect for taking the time to reflect on the wonders of small, everyday things–like rocks.” – Booklist
“Cinematic [and] bold.” – Horn Book Magazine
Richard Ho
Richard Ho is a children’s book author who was once, himself, a child. He is a former journalist and educational scriptwriter who enjoys writing stories about science, culture, and the magic of everyday life. He is the author of critically acclaimed The Lost Package as well as Red Rover, and several upcoming picture books.
Lily Williams is the critically acclaimed author and illustrator of the If Animals Disappeared picture book series and graphic novels Go With The Flow and Look On The Bright Side. She grew up in Northern California and worked in feature film animation before moving to Colorado. Lily seeks to inspire change through education and believes in the power of making information fun and accessible for all audiences.
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