Ashley Hall (Author)
Ashley Hall is a paleontologist, naturalist, science educator and
communicator. She received a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology and
Animal Behavior at Indiana University Bloomington. As Assistant
Curator of Paleontology at the Raymond M. Alf Museum of
Paleontology, she excavated, identified, and helped care for the
museum's fossil collection.
Lee Hall (Author)
LEE HALL is a paleontologist at the Museum of the Rockies in
Bozeman, Montana. Lee has loved geology since childhood. His
passion was encouraged by his mother, who bought him minerals and
fossils in rock shops, and by his father, who took him to bookshops
and libraries for geology and paleontology books.
"As a mostly now-adult who grew up loving geology, I can say this
book is a great starting point for any kid with a budding interest
in rocks and minerals. The diagrams, photos, and illustrations are
bright, large, and easy to understand. The text is clearly written
and well-paced, with approachable summaries of very big subjects
essential to understanding the rocks and minerals that we call
gems. This includes good, relatable examples of rocks and minerals
in everyday life, from the elements of our bones to the chemistry
of salt crystals. Descriptions of individual gemstones are
comprehensive yet easily accessible, with additional fun facts
provided to encourage the reader to think about gems in broader
context. The chemistry of minerals and gems, a necessary topic for
such a book, is thoughtfully sprinkled in to help the reader build
their awareness without getting overwhelmed. Prompts for further
self-directed exploration are also a nice touch." --David Levering,
M.S, Director of Sternberg Science Camps
"If you're looking for a book that will grab a kid's attention,
entertain, and educate, look no further! Gems for Kids is filled
with applied information, wonderful pictures, and great ways to
apply newfound knowledge on everyday household objects hiding
geologic secrets." --Dr. Win McLaughlin, Visiting Assistant
Professor of Geology, Pomona College
"Like many kids, my first introduction to science was through rocks
and minerals. Gems for Kids is a wonderful beginners guide to
gemology. In fact, I wish I had this as a reference when I was in
school!" --Kallie Moore, Collections Manager, University of Montana
Paleontology Collection and Host of PBS Eons
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