Name: A Rock Is Born
ISBN: 9781250749925

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Who It's For

Readers curious about how rocks form and change over timeClassrooms exploring the life cycle of a rock

Book Details

Authors: Richard Ho
Publisher: Roaring Brook Press
Published: July 29, 2025
Format: Print & ebook
Theme: Rocks & Minerals · Earth Science
Reading lane: Rocks & Minerals

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Publisher Categories

Earthquakes & Volcanoes
Rocks & Minerals
Ecosystems & Environment

About This Book

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 creators Rich...

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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 creators Richard Ho and Lily Williams bring to life an evocative and educational picture book about the life cycle of a rock in this bold nonfiction tale perfect for any classroom or bookshelf.