Baking and Crushing: A Look at Metamorphic Rock

Reviewed by: Terri Bauld - Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library, Kennebunkport, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: October 9, 2015

Review

Part of a three book series on rocks, this informational book focuses on metamorphic rocks. Readers will learn what metamorphic rock is like and will discover how it has been taken from the ground. They will also learn how it has been used to make one of the world's most famous statues -- Abraham Lincoln's statue in Washington, D.C.

The photography is outstanding. The use of captions and call-outs that provide additional information in conjunction with the photographs and charts make for an appealing format. The creative use of a circular call-out with rocks. provides a tidbit of extra information on almost every page. The informational text is clear, to the point, and age appropriate. The typeface is attractive and visually easy to follow on every page.

A metamorphic rock chart is included that shows a (before and after) photo of various rocks in their sedimentary and metamorphic state. Also included is a science lab that readers can do using modeling clay that will show how metamorphic rocks form from other rocks. The back pages include a glossary, index, read more, learn more online, and author information.

A strong addition for both the public and school library.

Overall Book Score: very good