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Stone by Stone: A Rock's Journey Through Time

A book that’s as tactile as its subject, at once intimate and epic.

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[S]ure to leave younger readers with a greater appreciation for this most common, versatile, and durable of materials

School Library Journal - Read Full Review

 

Detailed illustrations and rhythmic, concise text come together effortlessly in this alluring offering to tell stories about stones. . . . The rich back matter extends this book’s usefulness as supplementary curriculum support across an array of subjects. . . .

A solid, handsome addition for STEAM collections.

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A thoughtful look at the stories stone can tell.

Kirkus Reviews - Read Full Review

 

Geologic study meets cinematic poetry in an easy pick for a cross-curriculum unit that will satisfy scientists and dreamers alike.

Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books - Read Full Review

 

Stone by Stone is fascinating, as creative as it is instructive, and a rock-solid addition to bookshelves.

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I highly recommend adding Stone by Stone to both classroom and home libraries. It’s a great starting point for conversations across numerous subjects and topics, including geology, the rock cycle, archaeology, ancient civilizations, engineering, architecture, world history, art history, geography, and how humans have shaped (and continue to shape) the landscape. Educators could even use this book as a launchpad to creative writing by exploring the stories hidden within stones.

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Forest Talk: How Trees Communicate

Packed with fascinating information, inspiring stories, and a call to action, this book delivers a powerful message in an effective package.

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Outdoorsy readers of all types will enjoy this title. A good choice for ecology units, science classes, and budding scientists as well.

School Library Journal

 

An intriguing volume that describes the surprising hidden lives of trees and underscores their key role in our world.

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3D Printing: The Revolution in Personalized Manufacturing

A crack primer to a strange new world.

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As more libraries and schools create maker spaces and gain access to 3-D printers, titles such as Koch’s will be in demand.

School Library Journal

 

This comprehensive overview of 3D printing covers a tremendous amount of information in an engaging, easily digestible format.

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NetLearning: Why Teachers Use the Internet (1996)