- **If You Find a Rock. Peggy Christian. Harcourt Brace (2000). Poetic text and thoughtfully composed, hand- tinted photographs combine to explore the variety and purposes of rocks. A good selection for introducing primary geologic units or setting the mood for creative writing. ( Non-fiction)
- The Best Book of Fossils, Rocks, and Minerals. Chris Pellant. Kingfisher (2007). Non-Fiction children’s book, targeted for ages 6 to 9. This book will help children to better understand the history of our planet. It shows readers that the rocks around them have a fascinating story to tell. Full of annotated illustrations, facts and figures, and much more, this is a title that children will find interesting and engaging.
- Rocks and Minerals. R.F. Symmes. London : New York : DK Pub., 2004. Non-Fiction children’s book. Text and photographs examine the creation, importance, erosion, mining, and uses for rocks and minerals through a collection of visuals.