"Many people know that valleys are areas of low land, but they may be unaware of all the different kinds of valleys that exist and how they're formed. Readers will learn this and much more about valleys with the help of this . . . volume . . . photographs show examples of valleys, helping readers learn to identify these landforms"--Provided by publisher.
One is high and one is low but mountains and valleys have a lot in common as one forms when the other does! Covering parts of mountains and valleys, how they form, common wildlife, and even famous examples of them on Earth, this book offers a comprehensive introduction to these landforms in an age-appropriate, accessible way. A colorful design, complete with diagrams and labeled images, engages readers with the subject matter as activities and a final quiz encourage applying what they've read.
Explores the formation and location of valleys, and highlights different types of valleys. Includes color photographs, an activity, a glossary, and additional resources.
Earth's landscape can be vastly different from region to region, and it's always changing! The shifting plates on which the planet's crust sits cause some areas to rise, while others sink. The Dead Sea in the Middle East is the lowest dry place on Earth, about 1,300 feet (396 m) below sea level. In the ocean, Challenger Deep is home to some creepy marine life, much different than anything we see near the surface. These interesting places and others are featured in this book, which interweaves intriguing science and social studies subject matter with many fun facts.
Describes how valleys form, and what it is like to live in a valley. Discusses plants and animals, weather, transportation, school, work, and recreation. Includes color photographs, a glossary, facts, a quiz, and further resources.
