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1) Volcanoes!
Author
Language
English
Description
The cool story of volcanoes will intrigue kids and adults alike. Hot melted rock from the middle of our planet forces its way up through cracks in the Earth's crusts, exploding violently and sometimes unexpectedly in volcanic fury that can terrorize populations for months, even years. Anne Schreiber's narrative gives readers a little of the science, a little of the history, and a lot of the action. National Geographic photography fires the imagination
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Publisher
Kids Can Press
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Something is stirring deep inside. A whisper hisses through its magma chamber. Gases gurgle. Steam spits out. Bubbles boil and pop. Suddenly, it's time to wake up! This lively book is the perfect pick for budding vulcanologists--or anyone who loves things that go...KABOOM!"--
Author
Series
Science buddies volume 2
Language
English
Formats
Description
In the second installment of the Science Buddies series, a volcano takes young readers through the fascinating formation and life of an active volcano--cool! I mean, hot! How do volcanoes form? What makes them erupt? Are there different kinds? Hi, I'm Volcano! And I'm here to answer all your burning questions! In friendly, simple text and with funny, engaging, and informative illustrations, a young volcano will teach readers everything there...
4) Eruption!
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
Provides a basic introduction to volcanoes, explaining how they form and how volcanic eruptions occur, and describing the effect of different kinds of eruptions on people and the environment.
5) Volcanoes
Author
Publisher
Bellwether Media
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Simple text and photographs introduce beginning readers to volcanoes.
6) Volcano!
Author
Publisher
Simon Spotlight
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
The Earth as we know it was partly created by volcanoes. Many are still active today. Learn how volcanoes from and what is going on when they erupt.
7) Volcanoes
Author
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Introduces volcanoes, describing how they form, why they erupt, and some of the most explosive eruptions throughout history.
8) Volcanoes
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"A nonfiction primer on all thing volcanoes, including the different types of volcanoes, the work of volcanologists, and more"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
Describes what causes different kinds of volcanoes to form and how eruptions work and discusses some of histories most devastating eruptions and how much damage they caused, as well as the methods experts use to predict and protect against eruptions.
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"The ground is shaking. A volcano is about to erupt. Hundreds of lives are in danger. But you can help! Navigate through three different stories to discover what is happening below Earth's surface. With dozens of story outcomes, it's up to you to stop a volcanic disaster. The planet needs you. Will YOU CHOOSE to help?"--
13) Volcanologists
Author
Series
Publisher
Rourke Educational Media
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
"Volcanoes have been feared, admired, and even worshipped by some cultures. Many times their eruptions have been unexpected and often deadly. Volcanologists specialize in different areas that are related to volcanoes. By gathering data and studying actual volcanic eruptions, they map the deposits that make up the volcano and collect samples to analyze. By dating and identifying the volcanic samples, they learn about a volcano's history. It's a hot...
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square
Pub. Date
2020
Language
English
Description
"Volcanic eruptions are natural disasters with fierce characteristics. They have the power to spew giant clouds of ash and lava into the air, trigger landslides that cover entire towns, and change life as we know it forever. Why do volcanoes exist? How do people predict or prepare for an eruption? In this engaging book for young readers, unlock the answers to these questions. Readers will explore the science behind volcanic eruptions, from their origins...
Author
Publisher
National Geographic Children's Books
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
"Kids will burst with excitement as they learn all about the science and wonder of volcanoes in this new National Geographic Kids Reader. The Level 3 text provides accessible, yet wide-ranging information for fluent readers. Plus, the book includes 100 fun facts for quick and quirky information on all kinds of volcanoes, all around the world--and even some that are out of this world! The Facts Readers series bridges the gap between short, digestible...
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Witness the power of our restless planet to both create and destroy. Watch red-hot lava flow from an erupting volcano, see how earthquakes create tsunamis, and meet scientists past and present who have helped us understand our turbulent world."--
17) Los volcanes
Author
Series
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
Español
Description
Piedra caliente fundida desde el centro de nuestro planeta es forzada a viajar por las grietas en la corteza de la Tierra hasta explotar, violenta e inesperadamente, en una erupción que puede durar meses y a veces años. Únete a la aventura para aprender más acerca de los volcanes, uno de los fenómenos más espectaculares de la naturaleza.
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Pub
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Earth's landscape is constantly changing, but some geological events have more explosive effects than others. This daring book introduces readers to the power of volcanoes, one of nature's most mesmerizing and disruptive features. Readers will discover how volcanoes form and why they erupt so dramatically. They'll learn about the most infamous volcanoes that have shaped Earth, from Mount Vesuvius's destruction of Pompeii in 79 CE to the disastrous...
Author
Publisher
KidHaven Pub
Pub. Date
2018
Language
English
Description
"Readers are introduced to the world of volcanoes and earthquakes in this explosive text, which supports current science curriculum topics. Exciting main text explains why the earth shifts beneath our feet and how this has contributed to altering Earth's geography. Detailed fact boxes, simple diagrams, and eye-catching, full-color photographs provide additional information alongside the text. Young learners will become experts on volcanoes and earthquakes...
Author
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2020
Language
English
Description
"Did you know that coral reefs and volcanoes have a very interesting connection? An atoll is a coral island surrounding a lagoon. Atolls are formed when a reef grows around a sinking volcanic island. This book explores the relationship between volcanoes and reefs and the 'life' cycle of a volcanic island. Full-color photographs provide readers with connections to the text, and fact boxes and sidebars further explore topics related to the main text"--Provided...
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