A Rock Is Born: An Epic Journey Through Time

A Rock Is Born: An Epic Journey Through Time - Hardcover

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A Rock Is Born: An Epic Journey Through Time - Hardcover

A Rock Is Born: An Epic Journey Through Time - Hardcover

by Richard Ho
$19.99
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Book Overview

by Richard Ho (Author), Lily Williams (Illustrator)

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.

Author Biography

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 Two New Years and The Lost Package, as well as Red Rover.

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.
Number of Pages: 40
Dimensions: 0.5 x 8.6 x 11.1 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: July 29, 2025
ISBN9781250749925
Author Richard Ho
PublisherRoaring Brook Press
GenreChildren
FormatHardcover
PublishedJuly 2025
LanguageENG- English
Pages40
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceKids
Print SizeStandard Print

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Richard Ho had dinosaur sheets as a kid, and he isn't afraid to admit it. He is the author of acclaimed picture books The Lost Package, Two New Years, Red Rover, and more. He lives in New Jersey with his family, and his favorite dinosaur is stegosaurus (though triceratops is a close second). Jamie Green is an illustrator based in Cleveland, Ohio. She graduated from Ringling College of Art and Design in 2020, had her dinosaur-themed birthday party in 2001, and dressed as a T. rex for Halloween in 2002. She is the illustrator of A Line Can Go Anywhere, Brothers In Arms, and Mushroom Rain.

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