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Backpack Explorer: Rock Hunt: What Will You Find?
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.
48 pages, Hardcover
Published February 28, 2023
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June 2, 2022
This is a great rock book for young children. It goes into lots of details about the rock cycle, types of rocks, etc. with some fun activities like building cairns and making a rock pet. Color stock photos show lots of kinds of rocks and children playing with rocks. It also names many kinds of rocks like common white, black, shiny and spotted rocks.
(I read a temporary digital ARC of this book via Net Galley.)
(I read a temporary digital ARC of this book via Net Galley.)
June 8, 2022
I received an advance reader copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via netgalley and the publishers.
Backpack Explorer: Rock Hunt is a great resourceful book for children all about rocks. This book uses photographs and illustrations throughout and gives so much information on different rock types, where to find them, rock cycles and more. There are some great little experiments and fun ideas of things to make or do with rocks and stickers at the back to add to the book when the child has found certain rocks. This would make a really fun book to take out and about in nature, the the beach, hiking etc and would definitely help with school projects!
Backpack Explorer: Rock Hunt is a great resourceful book for children all about rocks. This book uses photographs and illustrations throughout and gives so much information on different rock types, where to find them, rock cycles and more. There are some great little experiments and fun ideas of things to make or do with rocks and stickers at the back to add to the book when the child has found certain rocks. This would make a really fun book to take out and about in nature, the the beach, hiking etc and would definitely help with school projects!
May 29, 2022
I LOVE this book! As a grade 3 teacher about to teach a unit on Rocks and Minerals with my class, I'm devastated that this book doesn't come out until February! That's ok, I'll still definitely need to purchase a copy for my class library in the new year! This book is filled with fun and interesting activities that children can do to learn more about different rocks and minerals. There is a mix of real and drawn pictures that are intriguing and will draw in a young readers attention I think this book would be a perfect fit for any little aspiring geologists in the age 4-10 range. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for giving me the opportunity to read and review this book!
May 29, 2022
Being a rock painter I just had to read this story about rock hunting! This is a cute book for little kids to give them ideas of what to look for while hunting for rocks. It also explains some scientific principles. I like that it is encouraging curiosity and being outdoors. I liked all of the scavenger hunts for the different types of rocks. This was a colorful book and little kids would really enjoy the scavenger hunt aspect of it especially with the stickers to add when the rocks are found. Fun read!
Thanks to NetGalley and Storey Publishing for access to this Digital ARC.
Thanks to NetGalley and Storey Publishing for access to this Digital ARC.
February 16, 2023
There is a lot more information on the types of rocks and their formation, in brief. This is a children picture book to let them understand what to call to which type of rock in front of them.
There is also an art theory to let them know about the kind of rock they could use for different types of projects or in games.
Yes, there could me more the process of rock formation but still from the POV of children, this seems ok.
My NetGalley Reviews: https://www.netgalley.com/book/258413...
There is also an art theory to let them know about the kind of rock they could use for different types of projects or in games.
Yes, there could me more the process of rock formation but still from the POV of children, this seems ok.
My NetGalley Reviews: https://www.netgalley.com/book/258413...
March 30, 2023
Rockhounding is something that comes naturally to members of our family, especially when considering we would go camping in the mountains. Although I can't tell one type of rock or mineral from another one I can still say they attract my sight whether shiny or plain-seeming so this book was a definite shoo-in for us.
The book states that it comes with stickers in the back, which unfortunately is a disadvantage of ARC readers. Anyway these stickers are meant to encourage readers to search out where these stickers are meant to be located and have them match up with that particular location found in the book. At the same time the book also encourages readers to be more interactive by implying various rock-related activities, participating in rock games and at the same time providing questions to make young readers think a bit more about these elements of nature. Furthermore readers are also encouraged to participate in a slew of arts and crafts types of activities that include clearly defined steps for those who may not know where to start
At the same time between all the crafts projects and interactive elements readers will be provided with more information exploring rocks in general whether it is their size, the three main categories, famous rock structures that can be seen by nature-explorers and how to test aspects of these various rocks/minerals using the Mohs Scale of Hardness. Other facts include providing readers with terminology and pronunciations for other words they may not know.
Meanwhile the book has for its illustrative means colored photographs, maps and other similar diagrams to help children whether it is providing them with a map of geographic terms, displaying various colors or even providing examples of the various rocks. Unfortunately most of the photos used were stock images and as such still have their stock mark blemishing the page.
Another aspect I didn't like is the text was put in all kinds of shapes and forms thus some sentences were normal but others curved around while making the reading a little bit harder unless you zoomed in. As such some readers may find that more than distracting when reading the book.
And finally my last complaint, which also helped to provide the book with such low stars, was that the book mentions that if readers come across obsidian it can come. And then on the next page it encourages readers to touch all the rocks they find when some precautions should be taken again thanks to rocks like obsidian or even toxic rocks that fortunately many people won't come across but there is a chance.
All in all it was rather a decent book and even with it being busy it would be a nice starter book for the children in your life who are avid rock collectors or as an addition to personal science library collections. Whether you use this book for learning, for inspired nature projects or both just remember to help remind young readers to be careful in their handling of rocks and minerals.
The book states that it comes with stickers in the back, which unfortunately is a disadvantage of ARC readers. Anyway these stickers are meant to encourage readers to search out where these stickers are meant to be located and have them match up with that particular location found in the book. At the same time the book also encourages readers to be more interactive by implying various rock-related activities, participating in rock games and at the same time providing questions to make young readers think a bit more about these elements of nature. Furthermore readers are also encouraged to participate in a slew of arts and crafts types of activities that include clearly defined steps for those who may not know where to start
At the same time between all the crafts projects and interactive elements readers will be provided with more information exploring rocks in general whether it is their size, the three main categories, famous rock structures that can be seen by nature-explorers and how to test aspects of these various rocks/minerals using the Mohs Scale of Hardness. Other facts include providing readers with terminology and pronunciations for other words they may not know.
Meanwhile the book has for its illustrative means colored photographs, maps and other similar diagrams to help children whether it is providing them with a map of geographic terms, displaying various colors or even providing examples of the various rocks. Unfortunately most of the photos used were stock images and as such still have their stock mark blemishing the page.
Another aspect I didn't like is the text was put in all kinds of shapes and forms thus some sentences were normal but others curved around while making the reading a little bit harder unless you zoomed in. As such some readers may find that more than distracting when reading the book.
And finally my last complaint, which also helped to provide the book with such low stars, was that the book mentions that if readers come across obsidian it can come. And then on the next page it encourages readers to touch all the rocks they find when some precautions should be taken again thanks to rocks like obsidian or even toxic rocks that fortunately many people won't come across but there is a chance.
All in all it was rather a decent book and even with it being busy it would be a nice starter book for the children in your life who are avid rock collectors or as an addition to personal science library collections. Whether you use this book for learning, for inspired nature projects or both just remember to help remind young readers to be careful in their handling of rocks and minerals.
April 10, 2023
Actual Rating 4.5 Rocks
This short (50 page) book is for the rock lovers out there! I was the kid who got fussed at constantly because mom always found rocks in our washing machine. Now I’m an adult, so no one yells at me for it!
This book includes activities like learning about the different types of rocks and minerals, having a pet rock, looking for wishing and skipping stones, and creating your own rock collection. The rock pet is fun because it’s made only out of things found in nature; they also recommend making a face by stacking things on a boulder or painting on a rock with water. It has twelve stickers for kids to put on certain pages in the book once they’ve identified a specific type of rock out in nature. Also included are fun ways to incorporate rocks into the trip without picking them up and taking them.
There are some interesting and helpful geography and geologic terms included. Sometimes instead of including technical terms the book described what it meant instead. This was a great approach because it kept the text from getting bogged down in jargon. When it discusses a type or characteristic of rock (boulder, smooth, colors and patterns, igneous, etc.) there’s a page of scavenger hunt items related to that type of rock or characteristic.
The only thing I disliked was that it ended abruptly just after the igneous rock section and a scavenger hunt page about how the rocks feel. I would have liked one more page either as a summary, with questions for the child, or maybe even a bit more in depth about making a rock collection and its organization.
Overall, if you have a child in their life who likes rocks, this would be the perfect gift. The number of activities that don’t include taking things from nature is awesome, and I love that it’s an easy introduction to the types of rocks and building your own collection (mine was haphazard in a shoebox, theirs is much more organized). I highly recommend this book! My thanks to NetGalley and Storey Publishing for allowing me to read this work. All thoughts and opinions expressed in this review are my own.
This short (50 page) book is for the rock lovers out there! I was the kid who got fussed at constantly because mom always found rocks in our washing machine. Now I’m an adult, so no one yells at me for it!
This book includes activities like learning about the different types of rocks and minerals, having a pet rock, looking for wishing and skipping stones, and creating your own rock collection. The rock pet is fun because it’s made only out of things found in nature; they also recommend making a face by stacking things on a boulder or painting on a rock with water. It has twelve stickers for kids to put on certain pages in the book once they’ve identified a specific type of rock out in nature. Also included are fun ways to incorporate rocks into the trip without picking them up and taking them.
There are some interesting and helpful geography and geologic terms included. Sometimes instead of including technical terms the book described what it meant instead. This was a great approach because it kept the text from getting bogged down in jargon. When it discusses a type or characteristic of rock (boulder, smooth, colors and patterns, igneous, etc.) there’s a page of scavenger hunt items related to that type of rock or characteristic.
The only thing I disliked was that it ended abruptly just after the igneous rock section and a scavenger hunt page about how the rocks feel. I would have liked one more page either as a summary, with questions for the child, or maybe even a bit more in depth about making a rock collection and its organization.
Overall, if you have a child in their life who likes rocks, this would be the perfect gift. The number of activities that don’t include taking things from nature is awesome, and I love that it’s an easy introduction to the types of rocks and building your own collection (mine was haphazard in a shoebox, theirs is much more organized). I highly recommend this book! My thanks to NetGalley and Storey Publishing for allowing me to read this work. All thoughts and opinions expressed in this review are my own.
July 23, 2023
This book is designed for ages 4-8 but could definitely be used a bit older as well. I’ll be using it with my 9 and 12 year old when we learn geology for homeschool.
It comes with a little flat plastic magnifying glass which actually works pretty well for being so small and simple. The book is designed to be brought with on a rock hunt. After going over what you need to go on a rock hunt and how to use the book, you are introduced to the stickers at the back of the book. Page two shows you how to use them. The 12 patch stickers are designed to mark which of the types of rocks you found. See where it says “I See It!” in the image below? That’s where you put it.
A book review of Rock Hunt (Backpack Explorer)
As you can see the images are full colour and the little “Zoom In” icon shows you when you might want to use your magnifying glass.
Different types of rocks are gone over like pebbles, boulders, quartz, black rocks, landforms and more. I especially love the landforms page, that will be a good reference for geography classes too.
Fun activities are included such as stacking rocks and rock art. At the end of the book is a journal to write about your favourite rock. There is a pull out chart to match extra stickers up with what you did on your rock hunt. There is a My Rock Collection sticker too which you could stick on the container you use to hold your rock finds. There’s a few other stickers too to use how you want.
If you like this book there are others in the series such as beach, trees, nature trail, bird and bug.
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
It comes with a little flat plastic magnifying glass which actually works pretty well for being so small and simple. The book is designed to be brought with on a rock hunt. After going over what you need to go on a rock hunt and how to use the book, you are introduced to the stickers at the back of the book. Page two shows you how to use them. The 12 patch stickers are designed to mark which of the types of rocks you found. See where it says “I See It!” in the image below? That’s where you put it.
A book review of Rock Hunt (Backpack Explorer)
As you can see the images are full colour and the little “Zoom In” icon shows you when you might want to use your magnifying glass.
Different types of rocks are gone over like pebbles, boulders, quartz, black rocks, landforms and more. I especially love the landforms page, that will be a good reference for geography classes too.
Fun activities are included such as stacking rocks and rock art. At the end of the book is a journal to write about your favourite rock. There is a pull out chart to match extra stickers up with what you did on your rock hunt. There is a My Rock Collection sticker too which you could stick on the container you use to hold your rock finds. There’s a few other stickers too to use how you want.
If you like this book there are others in the series such as beach, trees, nature trail, bird and bug.
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
July 7, 2022
Backpack Explorer: Rock Hunt
Publisher: Storey Publishing
Series: What Will You Find?
Rated: 5
Obtain: Buy it
Back of the Book: “ 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.”
Impressions: This is a fantastic resource for any young explorer. My son is obsessed with rocks and this book provided a comprehensive and age appropriate means to learn and explore. The pictures and text support each other with relevant information. The stickers provide a fun and motivating addition as well. I believe this book and others in this series will be a great addition to any elementary bookshelf.
I received an ARC of this book via the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for my honest review shared here. For more book reviews go to: https://simplyannehere.wordpress.com
Publisher: Storey Publishing
Series: What Will You Find?
Rated: 5
Obtain: Buy it
Back of the Book: “ 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.”
Impressions: This is a fantastic resource for any young explorer. My son is obsessed with rocks and this book provided a comprehensive and age appropriate means to learn and explore. The pictures and text support each other with relevant information. The stickers provide a fun and motivating addition as well. I believe this book and others in this series will be a great addition to any elementary bookshelf.
I received an ARC of this book via the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for my honest review shared here. For more book reviews go to: https://simplyannehere.wordpress.com
February 14, 2023
Backpack Explorer: Rock Hunt (Storey Publishing, February 2023) is an engaging activity book for “rock hounds” on the hunt for rocks all around them. From the beginning of this photographic and colorful book, kids see creative ways to make STEAM come alive as they find and examine rocks.
Rock Hunt provides stickers for marking pages as they spot the types of rocks described. Rocks are often differentiated by size (sand, pebbles, and boulders) and appearance (black rocks, striped rocks, sparkly rocks), and still others by where they are found (river rocks). In addition, illustrations diagram the rock cycle, types of rocks (sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous), and even various types of landforms. Another few pages discuss minerals and gemstones, along with a Mohs hardness scale.
Just writing out what is included shows what a comprehensive look at the rocks aspect of earth science Rock Hunt can provide for children. It would be perfect to grab before going hiking or exploring at a lake. The scavenger hunts will keep kids busy while you are on such a vacation.
As a home educator, I also must suggest that Rock Hunt would work well for your own rocks science unit. There so much in there, and it’s just right for early elementary ages. If you have older children, use the educational pages as a jumping off point for exploring the other aspects of rocks that appeal to you and your children. There is a lot to explore and rocks sure look more fun than you might expect.
I read a digital review copy of Rock Hunt.
Rock Hunt provides stickers for marking pages as they spot the types of rocks described. Rocks are often differentiated by size (sand, pebbles, and boulders) and appearance (black rocks, striped rocks, sparkly rocks), and still others by where they are found (river rocks). In addition, illustrations diagram the rock cycle, types of rocks (sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous), and even various types of landforms. Another few pages discuss minerals and gemstones, along with a Mohs hardness scale.
Just writing out what is included shows what a comprehensive look at the rocks aspect of earth science Rock Hunt can provide for children. It would be perfect to grab before going hiking or exploring at a lake. The scavenger hunts will keep kids busy while you are on such a vacation.
As a home educator, I also must suggest that Rock Hunt would work well for your own rocks science unit. There so much in there, and it’s just right for early elementary ages. If you have older children, use the educational pages as a jumping off point for exploring the other aspects of rocks that appeal to you and your children. There is a lot to explore and rocks sure look more fun than you might expect.
I read a digital review copy of Rock Hunt.
June 16, 2022
Thank you Net Galley and Storey Publishing for an ARC of Backpack Explorer: Rock Hunt. What a delightful book that focuses on rocks, stones, and pebbles you find in and on the ground. This book would be great for younger readers with an adult assisting and an older elementary student to read and explore on their own. There are the typical pages to inform about the types of rocks and minerals, landforms, and fossils you may find on a walk, but there are numerous portions of the book that are special. On many pages, there were questions or directions for the reader to think about and explore with the rock they found. such as "Can you find some heart-shaped stones?" and "Look for rocks the color of sand." There are several scavenger hunts for the reader to enjoy as well as pages to explore rocks you may just miss such as "Black and Gray Rocks" , "Striped and Speckled Rocks", and "Sparkly Rocks". The book encourages the reader to explore and get dirty by looking for unique and special rocks such as ones with an "x" on it or unique patterns. As many children love to pick up and collect rocks, this book provides some guidance and explanations to refine their collections and scientific exploration.
May 8, 2023
Backpack Explorer: Rock Hunt: What Will You Find? By Editors of Storey Publishing, Illustrator: Oana Befort. 2023. Storey Publishing (ARC eBook).
Are you ready to be a rock hound? The books starts out by informing how young explorers can prep for the outdoors and rock-hounding. From there the text, illustrations and photographs introduce various types of rocks; and for each type there are multiple prompts given: like asking the reader if they can find a pebble of a particular color, or to float a rock on a bark boat. The physical books will also come with a magnifying glass and a sheet of 12 “I see it!” stickers so that kids can record what rocks and minerals they find rock-hounding in the book.
The text is variable sizes and busy at times, which might make it harder for younger readers. And I wonder if there is a way to quickly navigate to sections of the books, like maybe tabs or color coding? But overall, this interactive book should help prompt the reader’s imagination and visual and tactile senses.
*Storey Publishing ARC via NetGalley
Are you ready to be a rock hound? The books starts out by informing how young explorers can prep for the outdoors and rock-hounding. From there the text, illustrations and photographs introduce various types of rocks; and for each type there are multiple prompts given: like asking the reader if they can find a pebble of a particular color, or to float a rock on a bark boat. The physical books will also come with a magnifying glass and a sheet of 12 “I see it!” stickers so that kids can record what rocks and minerals they find rock-hounding in the book.
The text is variable sizes and busy at times, which might make it harder for younger readers. And I wonder if there is a way to quickly navigate to sections of the books, like maybe tabs or color coding? But overall, this interactive book should help prompt the reader’s imagination and visual and tactile senses.
*Storey Publishing ARC via NetGalley
June 4, 2022
Backpack Explorer: Rock Hunt is a Children's Nonfiction about nature and outdoors, specifically looking and learning about rocks.
The cover is simple and goes alongside their other books within the series. We have seen a few others of theirs to incorporate within our outdoor studies with our toddler.
Within the pages, you're introduced to rocks, what you need to pack when you go "rock hunting", learn about minerals, and more.
Their illustrations are great, colorful and bright but also easily understandable for kids and little ones while still being realistic and detailed. We've enjoyed their previous books within this series and it's a great tool for homeschooling, teaching and more.
5 Stars. Would recommend. This book will definitely become a part of our collection for learning at home.
Thanks to the publisher, Storey Publishing, the author, and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC copy to read and review. Review will also be posted to my blog (www.kagoodsell.com/book-reviews), GoodReads, TikTok (@unearthingeco), as well as NetGalley reviews.
The cover is simple and goes alongside their other books within the series. We have seen a few others of theirs to incorporate within our outdoor studies with our toddler.
Within the pages, you're introduced to rocks, what you need to pack when you go "rock hunting", learn about minerals, and more.
Their illustrations are great, colorful and bright but also easily understandable for kids and little ones while still being realistic and detailed. We've enjoyed their previous books within this series and it's a great tool for homeschooling, teaching and more.
5 Stars. Would recommend. This book will definitely become a part of our collection for learning at home.
Thanks to the publisher, Storey Publishing, the author, and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC copy to read and review. Review will also be posted to my blog (www.kagoodsell.com/book-reviews), GoodReads, TikTok (@unearthingeco), as well as NetGalley reviews.
October 24, 2023
What makes this book particularly outstanding is its hands-on approach to learning about rocks. It combines fun and exploration with a comprehensive guide to rocks, making it the perfect tool for budding geologists. The interactive field guide pages introducing rock classifications based on color, shape, size, and texture provide a solid foundation for understanding the diversity of rocks. The sensory scavenger hunts and outdoor creative activities make learning about rocks an immersive experience.
The inclusion of a real magnifying glass adds an extra layer of authenticity to the exploration process. The stickers and log for recording rock finds help children track their discoveries, turning it into a personal adventure. This book encourages not just learning but also active participation and observation.
Moreover, the book doesn't stop at rocks; it delves into the broader field of geology, landforms, igneous and metamorphic rocks, gems, fossils, and more. It's an excellent resource for nurturing a child's interest in earth science.
The inclusion of a real magnifying glass adds an extra layer of authenticity to the exploration process. The stickers and log for recording rock finds help children track their discoveries, turning it into a personal adventure. This book encourages not just learning but also active participation and observation.
Moreover, the book doesn't stop at rocks; it delves into the broader field of geology, landforms, igneous and metamorphic rocks, gems, fossils, and more. It's an excellent resource for nurturing a child's interest in earth science.
January 5, 2023
My favorite part about this awesome activity book is that there is SOMETHING for everyone- it doesn't exclude any kiddo that may learn differently or have any type of disability that would affect their enjoyment of the activities. Can't see the colors for one prompt? That's ok!= use your sense of touch!
It also encourages kids to be creative and unique while educating them on SO many different types of rocks. I even learned quite a bit through the various prompts, definitions, maps and pictures. Rounding out some of the lessons by linking them to real world applications is a brilliant way for kids to retain what they're learning- when they can see how it works in relation to their own life and experiences it makes it tangible and fun.
Also- encouragement of a pet rock was SUPERB and my second favorite thing about this book, again emphasizing creativity and curiosity.
Love, love love this book!
It also encourages kids to be creative and unique while educating them on SO many different types of rocks. I even learned quite a bit through the various prompts, definitions, maps and pictures. Rounding out some of the lessons by linking them to real world applications is a brilliant way for kids to retain what they're learning- when they can see how it works in relation to their own life and experiences it makes it tangible and fun.
Also- encouragement of a pet rock was SUPERB and my second favorite thing about this book, again emphasizing creativity and curiosity.
Love, love love this book!
June 10, 2022
Thank you to Net Galley and Storey Publishing for this opportunity to read this E-Ark and this is my honest review.
5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
My son got one of those kits from national graphic where they have to dig out the rocks. He loved it. Since then we have been everything rocks in this house and got a tumbler.
This book was a great introduction for kids who like and want to know more about rocks. I loved how it went thru three different types with detailed pictures. But then within those types the author then provided fun ideas for activities that the kids could do. Like stacking rocks, making a bark boat and seeing how many rocks it could hold etc. I also loved the idea of using an egg carton to hold all your small rock treasures.
This is great and I can't wait for it to come out to pickup up physical copy.
5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
My son got one of those kits from national graphic where they have to dig out the rocks. He loved it. Since then we have been everything rocks in this house and got a tumbler.
This book was a great introduction for kids who like and want to know more about rocks. I loved how it went thru three different types with detailed pictures. But then within those types the author then provided fun ideas for activities that the kids could do. Like stacking rocks, making a bark boat and seeing how many rocks it could hold etc. I also loved the idea of using an egg carton to hold all your small rock treasures.
This is great and I can't wait for it to come out to pickup up physical copy.
June 22, 2022
This was such a fun book to go through with my son. It was also very handy being able to read it on my phone as well as iPad because we went exploring in the bush looking for rocks that may have matched the descriptions of ones in the book. It's also been raining a lot so we had fun racing barky boats down the ditch together, though we didn't have much luck keeping any stones on them. My son now wants to visit all the different beaches he can to check what colour sand they have and what they feel like, not something we can do in the middle of winter but it will be a fun summer activity. The book was colourful, informative and really held my sons attention, he is keen to try every activity in the book over the school holidays that we haven't already done, and go on many more adventures. A fun activity and informational book for the whole family to read together.
June 30, 2022
Backpack Explorer: Rock Hunt
4 Stars
This book introduces rock hunting and geology for elementary age children. The activities and picture book are interactive. It encourages children to go outside, and start an adventure by exploring outside: to find, collect, and learn about rocks. I appreciated the crafts suggestions with directions. The illustrations are bright and colorful and should hold your child's interest and convey a real sense of excitement.
I 'd recommend this book for children that are interested in stones, rocks or gems. I love that this book uses multisensory learning, and it is getting the children up and out of the house to explore. This book's pace is similar to a school textbook but it's broken down into bite-sized digestible pieces.
Thank you, NetGalley and Storey Publishing, for providing me with a digital ARC in exchange for an honest review.
4 Stars
This book introduces rock hunting and geology for elementary age children. The activities and picture book are interactive. It encourages children to go outside, and start an adventure by exploring outside: to find, collect, and learn about rocks. I appreciated the crafts suggestions with directions. The illustrations are bright and colorful and should hold your child's interest and convey a real sense of excitement.
I 'd recommend this book for children that are interested in stones, rocks or gems. I love that this book uses multisensory learning, and it is getting the children up and out of the house to explore. This book's pace is similar to a school textbook but it's broken down into bite-sized digestible pieces.
Thank you, NetGalley and Storey Publishing, for providing me with a digital ARC in exchange for an honest review.
July 18, 2022
This was great for any young budding Geologist! My son is 5 and really into rocks right now, and if he is still as passionate once he learns to read I'm definitely getting him this book. It was thorough, yet simple, and in my opinion did a great job not only introducing rocks (like, igneous and metamorphic and the scientific names like calcite and quartz, etc) but also what scientists observe about rocks (color, patterns, size, breakability, scratchability, etc). Throughout the book it introduced fun activities as well - while I read an e-copy through NetGalley, it did indicate that the print copy will have stickers to adhere when the reader finds different kinds of rocks in their searchings, but also suggestions of what to do with the rocks that they find, like create cairns or decorate them to make "pets" or line them up in patterns. Kids of all ages will have fun!
October 13, 2022
This was so adorable! As a kid I loved to collect rocks and even dreamed for a while of becoming a geologist. I think this book would have been one I ADORED when I was younger. It has a good mix of information, images and also interactive activities.
It could also be good as a refreshed for adults like me who used to be big rock collectors. Some of the information in the book were things I didn't know/or didn't remember. I also like how the connected rock collecting and exploring to more broad subjects and more local/everyday subjects like chalk for a chalk board.
Overall I think this is a great book for kids who either are into rock collecting or maybe want to get into it. I could also see this book being great to gift to a child going on a road trip or camping trip. It does a good job at making rock collecting "cool" and fun by framing it as an adventure.
It could also be good as a refreshed for adults like me who used to be big rock collectors. Some of the information in the book were things I didn't know/or didn't remember. I also like how the connected rock collecting and exploring to more broad subjects and more local/everyday subjects like chalk for a chalk board.
Overall I think this is a great book for kids who either are into rock collecting or maybe want to get into it. I could also see this book being great to gift to a child going on a road trip or camping trip. It does a good job at making rock collecting "cool" and fun by framing it as an adventure.
June 24, 2022
My daughter was enamored with this book! The colorful pictures and infographics drew her in, the information hit the right balance of thorough and digestible, and she was engaged with the questions and activities throughout the book.
As a parent, I appreciate an intro to geology book that can be understood by and encourage curiosity in a preschooler, though I think any elementary age kid could get something out of this.
This book is interactive and fun, inspiring kids to connect with and explore nature. We will be enjoying many rock hunts with this cheerful book. I think it would make a great gift.
Thank you to the publisher and Net Galley for an advance copy in exchange for my honest review!
As a parent, I appreciate an intro to geology book that can be understood by and encourage curiosity in a preschooler, though I think any elementary age kid could get something out of this.
This book is interactive and fun, inspiring kids to connect with and explore nature. We will be enjoying many rock hunts with this cheerful book. I think it would make a great gift.
Thank you to the publisher and Net Galley for an advance copy in exchange for my honest review!
July 13, 2022
Backpack Explorer: Rock Hunt is a perfect book for a student kindergarten through 5th grade. This book gives the readers activities and discussion options about rocks throughout. The book explains classifications, has discovery zone pages with facts all about landforms, rocks, gems and fossils. If you are looking to create study cycle with your child/students then this book is a wonderful companion. Rock Hunt is a wonderful birthday gift for all the grandkids, nieces and nephews as well as your own little one. The scavenger hunts were perfect to entertain various age groups and still be inclusive. Pick one up today and begin exploring in your own backyard!
Thanks to NetGalley and Storey Publishing for access to this Digital ARC.
Thanks to NetGalley and Storey Publishing for access to this Digital ARC.
June 16, 2022
As a home educator, I am always looking for good books that are both interactive and informative for my children. This book is definitely both of those things. It is filled with excellent illustrations, photos, diagrams and nuggets of information and text that provide a fantastic opportunity for self-readers to engage independently. It would be a fantastic spine to use for a Rocks and Minerals unit for a homeschool or traditional classroom. It would also make a fantastic gift for a curious child or someone who enjoys exploring! As I read through it, my eight year old wanted to read it right along with me. He scoured each page for fun facts. I highly recommend!
July 31, 2022
What a FANTASTIC book for young ones to expand their knowledge about the world around them and right outside their door! This book is bright and colorful and so inviting to all! Included inside are many activities for kids to do with the different rocks they find and how to identify the different rocks and minerals they find in their search. I have two boys that absolutely love this book and I plan to incorporate this in my classroom immediately as a teacher. Not only did this book educate my young boys about the intricacies of different types of rocks, but I myself learned so much!!
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for my opinion.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for my opinion.
September 22, 2022
I thought that this book was absolutely brilliant!
It is a brilliant resource for children all about rocks – it uses photographs and illustrations throughout and it is a really detailed and informative book
I liked the layout for the book and the fact sections were brilliant
At the end of the book is a sticker section where children can take the sticker off to add it to the right page when they have found a specific type of rock – a fun book to use at the beach or on a trip out in nature for the day - it is really fun and interactive
It is 5 stars from me for this one – very highly recommended!
It is a brilliant resource for children all about rocks – it uses photographs and illustrations throughout and it is a really detailed and informative book
I liked the layout for the book and the fact sections were brilliant
At the end of the book is a sticker section where children can take the sticker off to add it to the right page when they have found a specific type of rock – a fun book to use at the beach or on a trip out in nature for the day - it is really fun and interactive
It is 5 stars from me for this one – very highly recommended!
September 24, 2022
Found this book very educational. Most kids (and some adults) just consider a rock as a rock and nothing more. Besides most kids collect rocks and wonder what kind they are without really knowing where to get more reliable information that is geared towards younger kids like what is contained in the book.
Really was surprised that the book has interactive suggestions for immersing the kids into geology; with a combination of the stickers, games, and other ways to really showcase the uniqueness of each rock. This is a parents answer to their kids’ inquisitiveness.
I received an advanced reader copy for free from NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving my review
Really was surprised that the book has interactive suggestions for immersing the kids into geology; with a combination of the stickers, games, and other ways to really showcase the uniqueness of each rock. This is a parents answer to their kids’ inquisitiveness.
I received an advanced reader copy for free from NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving my review
January 31, 2023
If you have a child in your life that collects rocks, pebbles or stones as treasure-- this is a perfect gift book for them! I would recommend buying a physical copy as the digital version isn't able to come with the magnifying glass!
My little one has pockets full of special" rocks all the time and this book was a delight for her! As a parent, this is a total connection win for those kiddos who LOVE rocks! Buy it right away to help you delight in their rock collecting hobby!
It would also be a great addition to a classroom or library! It is by far our favorite rock book!
The publisher made a copy of this book available for review. This is my honest opinion.
My little one has pockets full of special" rocks all the time and this book was a delight for her! As a parent, this is a total connection win for those kiddos who LOVE rocks! Buy it right away to help you delight in their rock collecting hobby!
It would also be a great addition to a classroom or library! It is by far our favorite rock book!
The publisher made a copy of this book available for review. This is my honest opinion.
June 23, 2022
This book is really good for children who are interested in rocks, either by just looking around beaches etc or collecting gemstones. It is American so the first couple of pages I wasn't sure for UK audience but actually it is definitely one on my wishlistGreat geology explanations of how the different rocks arr formed, informative but easy to follow and also lovely geographical diagrams of land formations and landscapes.
I like the way it had fun suggestions of what to look for or activities to do too.
I like the way it had fun suggestions of what to look for or activities to do too.
July 11, 2022
We are big fans of the Backpack Explorer books at our house and are very excited about the release of Rock Hunt!
Like the other books in the series Rock Hunt has beautiful illustrations and plenty of hands on explorations and activities to keep little ones busy for hours and hours!
This book introduces children about being a “rock-hound.” I can’t wait to add a physical copy of this book to our shelf!
Thank you to the publisher and Net Galley for the advance digital copy in exchange for an honest review
Like the other books in the series Rock Hunt has beautiful illustrations and plenty of hands on explorations and activities to keep little ones busy for hours and hours!
This book introduces children about being a “rock-hound.” I can’t wait to add a physical copy of this book to our shelf!
Thank you to the publisher and Net Galley for the advance digital copy in exchange for an honest review
July 28, 2022
This book is lovely. It perfectly matches the interests of my 8 year old rock-loving son. The details have been carefully thought out, from what to take on your rock adventuring all the way to reward patch stickers post adventures. I loved it that a lot of the activities are so simple - notice sizes and colours, sit on a rock and have a snack. This guide teaches children not only the different kinds of rocks in the world, it also includes information on landforms, minerals, gems and the rock cycle. I definitely recommend this book. It would be a great addition to a home library. Thank you NetGalley for allowing access to this book. All opinions are my own.
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