Books with title Rock

How is rock used? Read this book to learn all about rock. Books in this series introduce children to the exciting world of materials. Each book uses simple, repetitive text to teach basic vocabulary, and includes stunning photographs that illustrate the properties of each material. In Rock, readers learn where rock can be found, how rocks can look, and the different ways rocks are used.

"In the 1950s, a new style of music called "rock and roll" blended the rhythm and blues (R & B) music played by black American artists with the sounds of traditional country and western music, gospel, folk music, and other genres. Since its creation, rock music has represented the spirit of young people, often reflecting them at their best: working to improve society, and also to have fun. ...rock music has evolved and changed, but remains as vibrant as ever." -- back cover.

Although it was officially born in the 1950s, the roots of Rock run much deeper. This book charts the development of this uniquely American music form from the 1600s through to the present. It also shows how social, economic, and regional factors have all helped to shape rock music over time and, in turn, how this music has gone on to influence other genres, such as Blues, Folk, Country, Jazz, and Soul and R&B.