{"product_id":"chemistry-basic-crystals-and-minerals-khasan-laudry-9783690831246","title":"Chemistry Basic Crystals and Minerals for Kids: A Beginner's Guide to How Gems, Minerals, and Snowflakes Form, Grow, and Shape Our World","description":"\u003cb\u003eWhat if your child could understand the secret science hiding inside every rock, gem, and snowflake?\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis engaging nonfiction guide walks young readers through the fascinating chemistry behind crystals and minerals - from the atomic structure of everyday salt and sugar to the dazzling geometry of gemstones and the rare wonders found deep within the Earth.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscover what crystals really are and why their shapes follow strict scientific rules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore how crystals grow - from tiny atoms to the giant formations found in caves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand the geometry of crystal structures and why no two snowflakes are alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow step-by-step guidance for growing real crystals at home with safe, simple materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn the difference between gems, gemstones, minerals, and rocks - and how scientists classify them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee how crystals power modern technology, from smartphones to solar panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeet rare and exotic crystals from around the world and find out what makes them so unusual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrasp the chemistry of salt and sugar at the atomic level in plain, approachable language\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWho is this for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWritten for curious readers ages 6 to 12, this guide is ideal for young science lovers, budding geologists, and any child who has ever wondered why a diamond sparkles or how a cave fills with towering crystal spires. Parents looking for a clear, chemistry-forward introduction to earth science - and homeschool families seeking curriculum-friendly nonfiction - will find this a natural fit for their bookshelf. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy parents choose this guide: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChemistry concepts explained in simple, age-appropriate language - no prior science knowledge needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrganized chapter structure makes it easy to read cover-to-cover or explore by topic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovers both the science and the wonder - balancing factual depth with genuine curiosity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a hands-on crystal-growing chapter children can actually do at home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports STEM learning goals for early elementary through middle school readers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf your child loves digging up rocks, collecting gems, or asking big questions about how the natural world works, this is the guide that will give them real answers - and spark even bigger questions. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eScroll up and grab a copy today.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Khasan Laudry\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 3690831245\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9783690831246\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Khasan Laudry\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 04\/05\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 118\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.32lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.25d","brand":"Khasan Laudry","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48659831685375,"sku":"9783690831246","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/chemistry-basic-crystals-and-minerals-khasan-laudry-9783690831246","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}