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Katie Marsico's The Oldest and the Newest examines Earth's most ancient and most recently formed locations, explaining what makes each one distinctive. It covers subjects such as the oldest mountains, ancient cities, oldest living organisms, newly created islands, modern cities, and recent technological advances. The book is written for middle-grade readers and provides factual details about how these places show the planet's ongoing transformation.
Quick Summary
How does a 4.5-billion-year-old mountain stack up against a building completed last year? This book throws oldest and newest record-breakers side by side, and the surprises keep coming. Kids who loved Guinness World Records or National Geographic Kids will devour these jaw-dropping comparisons that make geography feel like a superhero showdown. Perfect for curious kids in grades 4-6 who want to impress friends with wild facts and see our ever-changing planet in a whole new light.