National Geographic Readers: Bling! (L3): 100 Fun Facts About Rocks and Gems

by Emma Carlson Berne

Get ready to be dazzled by some of the shiniest, most colorful, useful—and even dangerous—rocks, minerals, and gems on the planet! In this Level 3 reader, discover fascinating facts about the incredible rocks and minerals under our feet and deep in Earth's crust. Budding geologists will love reading about how rocks form, learning the names and features of the coolest rocks and minerals, and exploring rare and beautiful gemstones. Key features Expert-vetted text appropriate for ages 7 to 9 Brilliant and eye-catching National Geographic images 100 fun facts sprinkled throughout the book* A fact roundup at the end of each book for kids to review what they've learned Packed with weird-but-true facts and tons of cool info, this Level 3 reader explores the incredible world of geology. About the This high-interest, educationally-vetted readers series features magnificent National Geographic images accompanied by text written by experienced, skilled children's book authors. Each reader includes a glossary and interactive features in which kids get to use what they've learned in the book. Level 1 readers reinforce the content of the book with a kinesthetic learning activity. Level 2 readers feature slightly higher-level text and additional vocabulary words. Level 3 readers have more layers of information to challenge more proficient readers. For emerging readers, the Pre-reader level introduces vocabulary and concepts, and the Co-reader level provides a collaborative reading experience. Praise for National Geographic "Reliable in format and solid in execution, this series works well to introduce children of varying levels of reading comfort to nonfiction and research formats." —Maggie Reagan, Booklist Complete your collection with these popular National Geographic Fact National Geographic Mythical Beasts! 100 Fun Facts About Real Animals and the Myths They Inspire National Geographic Squeak! 100 Fun Facts About Hamsters, Mic

Kindle Edition

Published January 4, 2022

About the author

Emma Carlson Berne is the author of the YA thrillers STILL WATERS and NEVER LET YOU GO (coming Fall 2012 from Simon & Schuster). She has also written the thrillers FIGMENT and CHOKER under the pen name Elizabeth Woods. She lives and writes in Cincinnati. Learn more about Emma and contact her directly at her website, www.emmacarlsonberne.com. Or check out Emma Carlson Berne Books on http://www.facebook.com/EmmaCarlsonBe... or follow her on Twitter.