Can you believe that amazing crystals and gemstones are hidden beneath our feet? Dive into key topics such as crystal formation, identification, and rarity. Discover fascinating facts, including: why crystals form in all different shapes and sizes standout crystals with record-breaking features the surprising everyday items that are made out of crystals . and much more! Through bite-size facts and hands-on activities, Cool Crystals and Gemstones brings science to life and gets kids excited about the world around them. Not just informative, this is an enticing and memorable science read, great for even the most reluctant readers and perfect for budding rock detectives! Cool Crystals and Gemstones is one of four books in the Earth Rocks! series, all about the rocky materials that make up planet Earth.