Our World in Pictures: The Rock and Gem Book: ...And Other Treasures of the Natural World

Our World in Pictures: The Rock and Gem Book: ...And Other Treasures of the Natural World is a visual encyclopedia for children that brings together rocks, minerals, gems, shells and fossils in one place. With more than 1,200 images, it presents a wide range of natural specimens alongside everyday and unexpected objects in which they can be found.

Designed for readers aged 9–12, this geology-focused reference uses photographs, diagrams, drawings and illustrations on every page to support recognition and comparison. It describes the distinctive qualities of each material and outlines uses across art, industry, architecture and science. The book also includes CGI reconstructions that show whole animals to help explain fossil fragments, plus at-a-glance panels for quick reference.

Key details

• Children’s visual encyclopedia covering rocks, minerals, gems, shells and fossils
• More than 1,200 photographs
• Includes diagrams, drawings and illustrations throughout
• Features infographic-style text boxes and quick-reference panels
• CGI reconstructions to support understanding of fossil fragments
• Written for readers aged 9–12

Synopsis

This illustrated guide showcases Earth’s minerals, gems, shells and fossils in their natural forms, and highlights objects in which these materials can be found. It helps readers distinguish between different rocks and materials, while explaining their qualities and a range of practical uses.

Along the way, it explores topics such as how fossils form, limestone in ancient Egyptian building, and ocean shells including clams, cowries and cockles, supported by accessible text and visual reference features.