A Rock Is Born bookcover

A Rock Is Born

An Epic Journey Through Time

Richard Ho 

(Author)

Lily Williams 

(Illustrator)

This title will be released on:

Jul 29, 2025

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Description

Follow the epic life cycle of one rock from its prehistoric creation to modern day, in this transportive nonfiction picture book perfect for fans of GRAND CANYON and the Over and Under series.

Over one hundred million years ago, on the side of a volcano....a rock is born.

As time passes and the world changes, the rock changes, too. Mud erodes it. Lava melts it. And water compresses it.

Eventually, the rock will be reshaped. And a new rock is born.

Award-winning creators Richard Ho and Lily Williams bring to life an evocative and educational picture book about the life cycle of a rock in this bold nonfiction tale perfect for any classroom or bookshelf.

Product Details

PublisherRoaring Brook Press
Publish DateJuly 29, 2025
Pages40
LanguageEnglish
TypeBook iconHardback
EAN/UPC9781250749925
Dimensions28.2 X 1.1 X 28.2 mm | 1.0 pounds
BISAC Categories: Kids, Kids, Kids

About the Author

Richard Ho is a children’s book author who was once, himself, a child. He is a former journalist and educational scriptwriter who enjoys writing stories about science, culture, and the magic of everyday life. Red Rover is his first book for young readers.
Lily Williams is the critically acclaimed author and illustrator of the If Animals Disappeared picture book series and graphic novels Go With The Flow and Look On The Bright Side. She grew up in Northern California and worked in feature film animation before moving to Colorado. Lily seeks to inspire change through education and believes in the power of making information fun and accessible for all audiences.

Reviews

"An appropriately fast-moving and energetic chronicle." -- Kirkus Reviews

"A long-form reminder that even the most ordinary objects can contain extraordinary histories." -- Publishers Weekly

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