About the Author

Kate DePalma was born and raised outside Nashville, TN, and holds an M.A. in Classics from the University of Texas. She has co-authored the critically acclaimed Barefoot Books Children of the World, and has written numerous titles for Barefoot Books, including Space Song Rocket Ride and My Friend Robot!, under the name Sunny Scribens.

Reviews

"The book succeeds in both generating curiosity and intrigue about rocks and minerals through beautiful photos and presenting a basic narrative, clearly written" - Kirkus Reviews

"It is fun to see a color book using something other than everyday items such as food, clothing, or toys" - Youth Services Book Review