The big book of bling : ritzy rocks, extravagant animals, sparkling science, and more!
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Published
Washington, D.C. : National Geographic, [2019].
Status
Central Library - Children's Nonfiction - Children
552 D
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552 D
1 available
Forest Ave. Library - Children's Nonfiction - Children
552 D
1 available
552 D
1 available
North Side Library - Children's Nonfiction - Children
552 D
1 available
552 D
1 available
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Central Library - Children's Nonfiction - Children | 552 D | On Shelf |
Forest Ave. Library - Children's Nonfiction - Children | 552 D | On Shelf |
North Side Library - Children's Nonfiction - Children | 552 D | On Shelf |
South Side Library - Children's Nonfiction - Children | 552 D | On Shelf |
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Published
Washington, D.C. : National Geographic, [2019].
Format
Book
Physical Desc
192 pages : color illustrations ; 32 cm
Language
English
Notes
General Note
Includes index.
Description
"Feast your eyes on the most briliant bling from around the world in this opulent opus, celebrating iridescent animals, things that glitter and glow, a wealth of shiny wonders, and more lavish luxuries from our planet. Did you know that with its 2,868 diamonds, 273 pearls, 17 sapphires, 11 emeralds, and 5 rubies the British imperial state crown weighs more than a guinea pig? Or if you have $3.5 million to spare you can buy a solid gold toilet? Or that there's a cave in Mexico containing giant crystals that are as long as a school bus? From upscale splurges to flashy fun in nature, this treasure trove is filled with wonders that will dazzle and delight. Read about how nature struts its stuff with tantalizing tidbits about animals, including a few that literally glitter with iridesence to confuse predators. Or maybe you'll strike it rich after reading about Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas, U.S.A., where anyone can go hunt for sparkling gems. Dig into info about the world's mysterious minerals, gorgeous geodes, and ritzy rocks. Discover extravagant expenditures like Canada's million-dollar solid gold coin. Learn all about the splendid science of diamonds that rain from the sky in space. Get the secret behind glowing bioluminescence. And go back in time to uncover palatial palaces, the riches of royalty, and other ancient treasures."-- cover page 4.
Target Audience
Ages 8-12.
Target Audience
Grades 4 to 6.
Citations
APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Davidson, R. M. (2019). The big book of bling: ritzy rocks, extravagant animals, sparkling science, and more! . National Geographic.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Davidson, Rose M.. 2019. The Big Book of Bling: Ritzy Rocks, Extravagant Animals, Sparkling Science, and More!. National Geographic.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Davidson, Rose M.. The Big Book of Bling: Ritzy Rocks, Extravagant Animals, Sparkling Science, and More! National Geographic, 2019.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Davidson, Rose M.. The Big Book of Bling: Ritzy Rocks, Extravagant Animals, Sparkling Science, and More! National Geographic, 2019.
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