Describes how crystals form in nature, how crystals are grown artificially, and how they are used in industry. Numerous color photos with text identify the various gemstones.
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"When a small pebble sees others gathering on the steps of the Museum of Rocks, he grows curious. Once inside the esteemed halls, he is shocked by what he discovers. The only rocks on display are glittering gemstones, geodes, and crystals! These beautifulstones make him wonder: C...
"Checkmate, cheese-lovers, er, we mean chess-lovers. For once, all is quiet in New Mouse City, so Geronimo Stilton, Editor-in-Chief of The Rodents Gazette can report on an incredible chess match-up. On one side, Gary Goudov, world-renowned chess champion, and on the other side, a...
The Rock and Gem Book is packed full of photos of natural wonders, including rocks, minerals, gems, shells and fossils. This children's encyclopedia displays more than 1,200 full-color specimens, from sapphires and rubies to silver and pearl, revealing the unique qualities of eac...
"This Eyewitness guide to crystals and gemstones provides information on all aspects of this topic, as well as showing the reader diamonds being used to cut through a brick wall and where crystals grow in your home." -- Amazon.ca
"Longing for a fresh start, Julia Schultz takes a job as a Harvey Girl at the El Tovar hotel, where she's challenged to be her true self. United by the discovery of a legendary treasure, Julia and master jeweler Christopher Miller find hope in each other. But when Julia's past ca...
"Geronimo Stilton's dealt with mummies, ninjas, and pirates, but this may be the first time he's come face to face with ghosts. Can the scaredy-mouse overcome his fears and get to the bottom of the mystery for a big scoop for his newspaper, The Rodent's Gazette? For help, who's h...
"Learn the amazing (and sometimes magical) history of gemstones from around the world through the corresponding birthstones that represent each month of the year. Gemstones are among Earth's rarest and most beautiful creations. They are history's preeminent symbols of wealth and ...
Jazz Age London, a passionate and forbidden interracial romance, and the unbreakable bond between a bright young woman and her eccentric grandmother come together brilliantly in this gem of a novel from the New York Times bestselling author of 'Then She Was Gone', perfect for fan...
What a gem! Read all about the colors and shapes you can see in these beautiful, sparkly stones.
When seventeen-year-old Eliza Lin's essay about meeting the love of her life unexpectedly goes viral, her entire life changes overnight. Now she has the approval of her classmates at her new international school in Beijing, a career-launching internship opportunity at her favouri...
Discover everything from the ancient wonder of fossilized plants and animals to the curious beauty of minerals and crystals. This compelling guide is packed with Basher beings who come together to create the foundations of our planet. Unlock the mysteries of the ground beneath ou...
Gem likes to read in the garden with Tas and her friends. Young readers will enjoy following Tas along on her many adventures and meeting new buddies along the way. Cute illustrations capture the charm of the characters while simple words introduce basic vowels and consonants.
Gem is a golden retriever puppy who loves to dig. She gets adopted out to a handful of would-be forever families, but no matter how much she wants to please her new people, she can't keep herself from digging up the roses ... and the lawn ... and the couch cushions ... anything t...
?Every few years, a memoir comes along that revitalizes the form…With generous, precise, and unsentimental prose, Monica Wood brilliantly achieves this . . . When We Were the Kennedys is a deeply moving gem!????±???Andre Dubus III, author of House of Sand and Fog and Townie Mexi...
"Tap into your "Soul GPS" with this essential guide to the healing power of crystals, from their ancient origins to their modern-day applications. Since the dawn of time, people have been drawn to gemstones, using them in burial rites, divination practices, healing rituals, spiri...
The Guardians, unaware of Horsa's hidden world, are thrust into a strange land with Ice Horses, Gem Horses, and moving mountains, challenging them to confront the undiscovered realm right beneath their hooves.
Naniniwala si Natalie na first love ang naramdaman niya the moment na makilala niya si Lawrence nu'ng college. Pero hindi natuloy ang unspoken but obvious na mutual feelings nila sa isa't isa nang bigla na lang siyang iwasan nito. Maraming mga naging tanong si Natalie 0 mga tanon...