earth (planet)

Easy-to-follow text describes the characteristics of the earth's surface and the many ways it is constantly changing.

Almost 14.5 billion years ago, it all started with a BIG BANG. But if you think the Earth has calmed down since then---think again!.

A simple explanation of how the rotation of the earth causes night and day.

Presents a study of Earth; and describes its moon, early observations and astronomers, where it is located in the solar system, comparisons to other planets, and various space missions.

Explains various changes in humanity's beliefs about the shape of the earth, from the flat earth theories of the ancients to the round earth theories which were proven true by the voyages of Columbus and Magellan.

Provides information about the planet Earth, describing how it came to be, why it rotates as it travels around the Sun, what causes life to flourish on this planet, and more.

"Hundreds of fascinating facts are waiting to be unearthed in this book from Aleksandra and Daniel Mizielinski, the creative duo behind 'Maps'. Dive below the surface, and find out what happens under the earth and under the water. From early submarines and deep-sea life, to burrowing animals and man-made tunnels - you will never look at the world in the same way again!"--OCLC.

"Find out all about Earth, including the types of rocks on earth and how they are formed, the longest river and smallest mountain, earthquakes, volcanoes, the water cycle, and how we can really count the grains of sand on our planet."--Publisher.

"Takes a unique look at our globe from the perspective of the wildlife and geology of Earth. Using an innovative design, maps are populated by infographics, graphs, and icons to represent information and statistics about a subject in a very visual way. This aids readers in comparing and contrasting the same subjects in different parts of the world. Each spread explores one subject in-depth, such as which areas in the world are most affected by natural disasters, where most endangered species live, how climate change is affecting our planet, and how effectively deforestation is being balanced out by reforestation around the world."--.

Contains visual comparisons that reveal unbelievable facts across a wide range of subjects, from outer space to the human body.