This story gives students a realistic look to the inside of the earth with pictures and diagrams to detail each part. Students can learn science and different rock forms and the layers of the Earth with this story. ( )

Independent Reading Level: GR Level P
Awards: NEA Foundation Award for Outstanding Service to Public Education
Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award Parent's Choice Award
An American Booksellers Association Choice
IRA/CBC Children's Choice
School Library Journal Best Books of the Year
NCTE Notable Children's Book in the Language Arts
IRA Teachers' Choice
A Horn Book Fanfare
Parent's Magazine Best Books of the Year
Reading Rainbow Selection ( )

Independent Reading Level: 2nd Grade
Awards/Honors: None ( )

This book is packed with information about the Earth. Plus, there is enough humor mixed in that my kids were interested throughout the entire story. There is enough science in this book that kids can learn something new each time they pick it up. This is not your average "one and done" book. Children of all ages will go back to it again and again. I know my kids will! ( )

This book is a great mix of fun and educational, diving deep into earth science in this picture book makes it an easy read for kids. ( )