Children's Books > Science, Nature & How It Works > Nature > Rocks & Minerals
Monthly median sales (top 30)
$2,156
The median book price
$11.00
Bestseller's daily sales
130
50th book's daily sales
1
Average number of pages per book
100
Monopoly/Olygopoly detected
Yes
Performance tracking
Competitiveness
Volume sales
Book price
Volatility
New releases
Self published
Matching KDP categories
juvenile > nonfiction > science & nature > earth sciences > rocks & minerals
63.96%
nonfiction > nature > rocks & minerals
60.3%
juvenile > nonfiction > science & nature > zoology
53.94%
juvenile > nonfiction > science & nature > physics
53.94%
Keyword requirement
biology, biologist
Best selling keywords
Median title & subtitle length is 8 words:
- Pocket Genius: Rocks and Minerals: Facts at Your Fingertips
- Ricky, the Rock That Couldn't Roll (You Rock Group)
- The Wonders of Nature (DK Children's Anthologies)
- Rocks and Minerals Sticker Activity Book
- Backpack Explorer: Rock Hunt: What Will You Find?
- Indie success
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20%
- Volatility
- New releases
- KDP Select
100%
5.56%
3.33%
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Front-page bestsellers:
The original, best-selling "Rock" book keeps on rolling, now celebrating its 5th anniversary! This modern-day classic follows 14 lovable rocks (and one wise little ladybug) on a heartwarming and hilarious journey, universally loved by children, parents and teachers alike. From zippy little pebbles to big strong boulders, the rock friends get together to play and roll around their favorite hill, only to find that one of their friends, Ricky, can't roll with them. Unlike all of the other rocks, who are all round, Ricky can't roll because he's flat on one side.Determined not to leave their friend behind, the rocks set out to help Ricky roll - one way or another.When the last knot was tied, and the work was all done,the only step left was for Rick to have fun. They stood back and watched, feeling nervous and tense, as Rick breathed in deep, with increasing suspense. He moved slowly at first, testing out his new mold,and then, for the first time...Ricky the rock rolled! This sweet, imaginative picture book, written in verse, brings a fresh set of characters to life in a story that highlights perseverance and triumph in the face of adversity, and the power of true friendship, combining the spirit of The Giving Tree with the rhyme and rhythm of Dr. Seuss.Targeted for children ages 3-11, this is the first of a series of books featuring the "You Rock Group" that kids are sure to cherish as they grow, and learn from through empowering, motivating and fun-to-read stories.Kids ages: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 Read more
A stunning visual reference book for little geologists who love to find fascinating rocks all around them. Identify colorful gemstones, sparkly crystals, the toughest rocks, and ancient fossils. Packed with fun facts, information, and extensive photos all about the rocks and minerals that make up the world around us.Interactive learning that engages young scholarly minds. Learn about 64 different types of rocks and minerals, how to tell the difference between them and where to find them. Dig into all the interesting geological materials from deep space to the deepest caves. You’ll even discover glow in the dark minerals and living gems!Find out about the stuff our world is made of, and how rocks and minerals form over time. This captivating book introduces children to hands-on science with fun activities like starting your own impressive rock collection and how to stay safe on your rock finding missions.Written for kids aged 6 to 9 with bite-sized information and explanations. The easy-to-understand language gives them a rock-solid foundation for science subjects. The geology book includes the phonetic pronunciation of the rock and mineral names so your little one will sound like a rock expert in no time.Rockin’ It With Stones And Minerals • Stunning high-quality photographs. • Inspiring activities for little Earth scientists. • Over 64 types of rocks, their properties, and how they are formed. Read more
Scribble Stones
Diane Alber
A heartwarming story about a little stone who was able to spread kindness to the world! This story starts off with a little stone who thinks he will be become something amazing but then soon realizes he had become a dull paper weight. He's on a mission to become something greater and in the process meets scribble and splatter and they all come up a creative way to bring joy to thousands of people. If you loved I'm Not just a Scribble... then you'll love Scribble Stones! And you'll even be inspired to make some scribble stones of your own! Read more
Packed with more than 1,000 incredible images and full of fascinating facts, this children’s book takes you on a visual and vibrant journey of all the chemical elements that make up our world. This eye-catching encyclopedia for kids is the perfect guide to the 118 chemical elements of the periodic table, for budding young scientists to explore. It explores the naturally occurring elements, as well as the man-made ones, and explains their properties and uses. This engaging encyclopedia for children aged 9-12, shows the many natural forms of each element, as well as a wide range of both everyday and unexpected objects in which it is found, making each element relevant to the child’s world!Celebrate your child's curiosity as they explore:- Striking and detailed diagrams, drawings and illustrations on every page- A highly visual approach to learning - Ideal combination of colorful diagrams with infographic text boxes- Showcases chemical elements in their pure and raw forms- In association with The Smithsonian InstitutionThis captivating kids encyclopedia takes a look at all 118 elements on the periodic table, from Hydrogen to Helium, Potassium to Polonium, calcium to carbon and so much more! The striking illustrations, photographs and diagrams featured throughout provide an optimum visual learning experience for both children and adults alike, accompanied by an array of fun facts all about your favorite elements, and lesser-known ones like Terbium, Thallium and Boron - with easy-to-read accessible text for readers aged 9-12, yet can be enjoyed by the entire family, making this enthralling children’s encyclopedia a beautiful and educational gift that can be passed down generations.Learn all about the world one picture at a time!If you like The Elements Book then why not complete the collection? Part of the highly visual Our World In Pictures series, avid readers can dive into the world of dinosaurs with The Dinosaur Book, become a vehicle virtuoso with Cars, Trains, Ships and Planes and venture on a journey across the globe with Countries, Cultures, People & Places. Read more
Happy Spring...or not...because this is the WORST Spring book in the whole entire world! Spring is AMAZING! What could be so bad about a Spring book? Is the bee on the cover a friendly tickle-bee or a ‘watch out it’s going to sting me’ bee?? Will Nameless the Rock ‘spring’ out of this or will he be stuck in yet another WORST BOOK???The Worst Spring Book in the Whole Entire World is a humorous and witty tale for young and seasoned readers. No Spring season (or Spring Break) is complete without this unique and quite ridiculous story, bound to make you or your child giggle and laugh out loud. A perfect book for reluctant readers and a great way to have children open up the books during the Spring season! Don't miss out on this new classic!The Entire World Books series is geared towards ages 4-8 and is great for beginner and reluctant readers. Boys, girls, primary school students, adults, grandparents, and sarcastic teens can enjoy this new quirky and silly children's book series.DISCLAIMER: the following book is not intended to be educational or considered a literary classical masterpiece by any means. However, if you have some reluctant readers, they may enjoy this easy-to-read series. Think 'The Book with No Pictures' humor, but with...pictures... Read more
Uncover awe-inspiring stories behind the natural world with this nature book for curious kids aged 6-8.The world is filled with curious objects such as amazing rocks and minerals, microscopic life, plants, animals and more. The wonders of wildlife are so much bigger than young minds can fathom and there is always more to learn! The Wonders of Nature is a stunning nature encyclopedia for young readers to explore, with reference pages packed with fascinating information, little learners will be captivated as they dive into this collection of 100 remarkableitems from the natural world, from orchids to opals and lichens to lizards and so much more! Each plant, animal, and rock is shown both photographically and illustrated, and children will love poring over the detailed close-up images. The storybook descriptions let you discover the myths and legends surrounding both organisms and gemstones, as well as key facts about their natural history. Find out how the prowling jaguar uses spots to avoid being spotted, why a sticky sundew means big trouble for insects, and what on Earth a radiolarian is. This beautiful treasury lets you find the things that interest you and uncover new favourites along the way. With reference pages packed with information you’ll go away knowing something you didn’t before, and you’ll return time and again. The Wonders of Nature takes you on a tour of our planet through commonplace-but-incredible objects made by nature itself. The engaging storybook-style descriptions and simple text shed a light on the wonders of nature and wildlife, making this book ideal for inquisitive children aged 6-8 who loves to spot things when exploring outside and wants to know more about the wonderful and mysterious natural world.Celebrate your child’s curiosity as they:- Explore 100 minerals, plants, and animals each with a stunning photographs and illustrations- Reveal fun facts in visual index guides that provide key reference information - Uncover captivating information on the natural history and mythology of a variety of nature’s wonders This nature encyclopedia for children is the perfect blend of storybook style text with out of this world illustrations which makes it a fantastic nature book for children who are obsessed with wildlife and the natural world. Encourage young readers to go on a journey to explore a world of information, making this the ideal first reference book for kids aged 6-8 to enjoy for hours on end, whether reading with the family or reading alone, this fun fact book also doubles up as the perfect gift for curious kids who love to learn. Explore the vastness of space by uncovering: -Stunning Jacket Detail: gold foil, holographic foil & metallic gold edges-Striking photography & illustrations inside-A beautiful book for the whole family to treasure -A quality gift to be passed down through the generationsMore in the SeriesThe Wonder’s of Nature is part of the beautiful and informative Anthology series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity as they explore the natural world with Nature’s Treasures or let them walk with the dinosaurs who ruled the earth before them in Dinosaurs and other Prehistoric Life. Read more
Packed with more than 1,200 incredible images you can discover the world’s most precious and fascinating objects, from rocks and gems to fossils and shells.Earth's extraordinary minerals, gems, shells, and fossils are all on dazzling display in this essential visual encyclopedia for children. The Rock and Gem Book is an indispensable guide to the natural world’s most remarkable treasures the book shows each rock, mineral, fossil, and shell in its natural form, as well as a wide range of everyday and unexpected objects in which they can be found Feast your eyes on the ultimate treasure trove that any pirate would envy!This genius geology book for kids has over 1200 stunning photographs that showcase rocks and gems in glorious detail, ensuring you can recognize sedimentary from sandstone, metamorphic from marble, and pyrite from pearl. The unique qualities of each eye-catching material are described in-depth, together with their broad range of uses in art, industry, architecture, and science. Treasure seekers, get set to start your own collection with this engaging encyclopedia for children aged 9-12. Celebrate your child's curiosity as they explore:- Striking and detailed diagrams, drawings and illustrations on every page - A highly visual approach to learning - An ideal combination of colorful diagrams with infographic text boxes- CGI reconstructions show whole animals to help understand fossil fragments.- In association with The Smithsonian InstitutionKeep your eyes open for rainbow rocks, fluorescent minerals, priceless diamonds, and meteor showers on your geological journey of discovery. Meet dinosaurs in the prehistoric period to understand how fossils form, join the pyramid builders of ancient Egypt to investigate the limestone bricks and take a dip in the ocean on the hunt for clams, cowries, and cockles.This captivating kids encyclopedia also includes at-a-glance panels that provide a quick reference to all the stats, with easy-to-read accessible text for readers aged 9-12, yet can be enjoyed by the entire family, making this enthralling children’s encyclopedia a beautiful and educational gift that can be passed down generations.Learn all about the world one picture at a time!If you like Rock and Gem Book, then why not complete the collection? Part of the highly visual Our World In Pictures series, avid readers can dive into the world of dinosaurs with The Dinosaur Book, become a vehicle virtuoso with Cars, Trains, Ships and Planes and venture on a journey across the globe with Countries, Cultures, People & Places. Read more
Rocks and Minerals Sticker Activity Book
National Geographic Kids
Treasure hunters and fans of gems, jewels, and rocks will love this jam-packed sticker activity book, complete with activities, coloring, mazes, and more--plus 1,000 stickers!Roll up your sleeves and prepare to get your hands dirty, because it's time to dig around, pan for gold, and crack open geodes in this exciting sticker activity book. Discover the difference between rocks and minerals and how gems are cut and polished. Learn how people have used rocks and minerals, like salt and gems, for jewelry and decoration for centuries. Get up close to famous features like Mount Rushmore or the Great Wall of China. Kids will sticker and get to know the names of their favorite rocks, as they travel around the world to beautiful natural sites like Giant's Causeway in Ireland and the Rainbow Mountain in Peru.This smart and fun interactive title brings National Geographic Kids signature content to a sticker and activity book format. It's a great way for kids to go off-screen and learn while they play. It's also an engaging "treat" for a rainy day, car trips, downtime, or anytime. Read more
Backpack Explorer: Rock Hunt: What Will You Find?
Editors of Storey Publishing
The latest addition to the best-selling Backpack Explorer series (455,000 copies in print) invites kids ages 4 and up to head outside and find, collect, and learn about rocks with this take-along activity book! Backpack Explorer: Rock Hunt is packed with prompts and activities, including: 12 interactive field guide pages introducing rock classifications (color, shape, size, texture); sensory scavenger hunts; hands-on outdoor creative activities; rock experiments; and discovery zone pages with facts about geology, landforms, igneous and metamorphic rocks, gems, fossils, and more. The book includes a real magnifying glass, stickers, and a log for recording rock finds, making it the perfect explorer guide for budding geologists, whether in a backyard, a city park, or a nature preserve. Now nature-curious kids can play and learn with the companion Backpack Explorer online game! Read more
A Rock Is Lively (Family Treasure Nature Encylopedias)
Dianna Hutts Aston
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Hello, World! Rocks and Minerals
Jill McDonald
Learning about rocks and minerals is made easy for young readers with the bestselling nonfiction board book series Hello, World! A perfect gift for aspiring little geologists!Young children love exploring the beach to find shiny, colorful rocks. Now Hello, World! can teach them all about rocks and minerals—with colors, shapes, sizes, and super-simple facts. ("Do you draw with a pencil? The part that makes a line on your paper is graphite. That’s a mineral!")Told in easy-to-understand terms alongside bright, cheerful illustrations, Hello, World! makes learning easy for babies and toddlers and offers useful prompts to adults to help them engage with the reader on each page.It's a perfect way to bring the outside world of natural science into the busy world of a toddler, where learning never stops.Look for all the books in the Hello, World! series: • Solar System• Weather• Backyard Bugs• Birds• Dinosaurs• My Body• How Do Apples Grow?• Ocean Life• Moon Landing• Pets• Arctic Animals• Construction Site• Rainforest Animals• Planet Earth • Reptiles• Cars and Trucks • Music• Baby Animals• On the Farm• Garden Time• Planes and Other Flying Machines• Rocks and Minerals• Snow• Let's Go Camping• School Day Read more
Get ready to be dazzled! This lively reference book for the younger set introduces a fascinating variety of Earth’s rocks, minerals, gemstones, fossils, and shells--from granite to gold, marble to malachite, and conchs to clams.Discover how rocks are formed, the three kinds of rocks, and the difference between rocks and minerals. Learn how rocks and minerals are used in art, architecture, industry, and science. Then journey to the oceans to explore seashells and the amazing animals that once inhabited them. Packed with more than 200 stunning photos, including closeups of each specimen, this colorful book showcases breathtaking natural sites such as the Giant’s Causeway and human-built structures such as the Great Wall of China.Filled with fun facts and designed for interactive learning, the Little Kids First Big Book of Rocks, Minerals, and Shells is sure to become a favorite with young rock and shell collectors and their parents! Read more
Junior Scientists Geology Box Set
Rockridge Press
Spark curiosity about geology in kids ages 6 to 9 Encourage young learners to set out on a fact-filled adventure full of new discoveries! This collection of science books for kids teaches them about fossils, gems, and geology with tons of full-color photos and fascinating facts that make learning fun. Fossils for Kids—Uncover the prehistoric past with this book about how fossils form, where they're found, how to identify them, and more!Gems for Kids—Set off on a journey inside the earth, and learn the different ways our planet uses rocks and minerals to make gemstones.Geology for Kids—Discover how mountains, valleys, and oceans form, and unearth tons of cool facts about the planet you call home. Get this box set today and inspire your budding scientist to explore the world around them. Read more
The Street Beneath My Feet (Look Closer)
Charlotte Guillain
This award-winning, double-sided foldout book takes you on a fascinating journey down through the layers of the Earth, all the way to the planet’s core and out the other side. When you’re out walking around, whether on the city streets or a country trail, there’s always so much to see and hear. But do you ever stop and look down? Have you ever wondered what’s going on deep in the ground under your feet? There are so many amazing sights to see! One side of the foldout shows the ground beneath the city, while the reverse side shows the ground beneath the countryside. The underground scenes include tunnels and pipes, creatures’ burrows, layers of rock, and the planet’s molten core, each running seamlessly into the next. Mixing urban and rural settings, covering subjects such as geology, archaeology, and natural history, The Street Beneath My Feetoffers children the opportunity to explore their world through a detailed learning experience. And its foldout, laperello (or concertina) style, which extends to eight feet in length, is ideal for spreading out on the floor to pore over for hours. Explore even more of the world with The Skies Above My Eyes (August 2018) and The World Around Me (October 2020), companion books from the Look Closer series.A 2018 Outstanding Science Trade Book for Students: K-12 (National Science Teachers Association and the Children's Book Council) A 2018 American Library Association (ALA) Notable Children's Book - All Ages Read more
Tess, the Tin that Wanted to Rock
Jay Miletsky
Join a lovable group of rock friends (and one wise little ladybug), on a funny, heartwarming adventure about the importance in believing in yourself.When Tess, a tin foil ball, rolls onto the hill and meets Marvin, Ricky and the rest of the rocks, she immediately worries that she’s too different from everyone else:"Do you want to play?" asked Parker and Kai. "No thanks," whispered Tess. "I'm just rolling on by. I'm sure that you've noticed I don't really fit in - I'm not even a rock, I'm just made of tin. I'm not smooth and solid, and I'm not strong like you... I'm a tin foil ball - there's not much I can do.”But when the rocks go looking for a lost pebbles and get lost in the woods, it's up to Tess to save the day, as she realizes that everyone has value, and even a tin ball can be a rock star!From the author of the best selling Ricky, the Rock that Couldn't Roll, The Masterpiece and The Bear and the Fern, comes this sweet and endearing story about friendship, teamwork and self-worth.Combining the spirit of The Giving Tree with the rhyme and rhythm of Dr. Seuss, Tess, the Tin is ideal for both boys and girls, ages 3-8, and grades K-3. This latest story featuring the "You Rock Group" is a book that kids are sure to cherish as they grow, and ask to read over and over again! Read more
Grand Canyon: (Caldecott Honor Book)
Jason Chin
Rivers wind through earth, cutting down and eroding the soil for millions of years, creating a cavity in the ground 277 miles long, 18 miles wide, and more than a mile deep known as the Grand Canyon.Home to an astonishing variety of plants and animals that have lived and evolved within its walls for millennia, the Grand Canyon is much more than just a hole in the ground. Follow a father and daughter as they make their way through the cavernous wonder, discovering life both present and past. Weave in and out of time as perfectly placed die cuts show you that a fossil today was a creature much long ago, perhaps in a completely different environment. Complete with a spectacular double gatefold, an intricate map and extensive back matter. Read more
Rocks & Minerals (Quickstudy Reference Guides - Academic)
Inc. BarCharts
This 6-page pictorial guide will help you to recognize and differentiate vast arrays of rocks and minerals and their compositions. Read more
Rock collecting is simple and fun with this children’s book that includes an introduction to geology, an identification guide to rocks and minerals, and a “how to” section.Nature’s treasures are just beneath our feet, waiting to be discovered. With this book, you’ll experience the excitement of finding, collecting, and identifying rocks and minerals. Dan R. Lynch, author of many Rocks & Minerals field guides, presents a children’s introduction to our amazing Earth.The book begins with geology basics, such as where rocks come from and how Earth’s surface changes over time. Next, young readers are provided with an identification guide, which features full-color photographs and ID tips on 75 types of common and collectible rocks and minerals. From there, a “how to” section includes details on what to look for, where to look, and what to bring, as well as safety considerations. With rock collecting guidelines that the whole family will learn from and enjoy, this fun guide is engaging and informative.Inside You’ll Find “How to” section, including details on what to look for and where to lookGeology basics, such as where rocks come from and how Earth’s surface changes over timeIdentification guide to 75 common and collectible rocks & mineralsFull-color photographs and ID tipsWith plenty of kid-appeal, Rock Collecting for Kids starts children on a path toward becoming successful rock collectors! Read more