Presents information on earthquakes, describing why they happen, where they are more likely to occur, efforts being made to improve predictions, and some of the most famous earthquakes of the past.
Introduces readers to the tools they can use to uncover information about their surroundings such as maps, cameras, and measuring tools. Features informative text, color photographs, illustrations, a glossary, and further reading.
An introduction to the lowest places on Earth featuring full-page color photos. Includes locations such as Death Valley, the Dead Sea, and the Mariana Trench.
Examines the structure and history of Earth from the perspective of visitors from a distant galaxy, focusing on how continental drift, weathering, and other forces have shaped the planet; features a visit to Devil' Postpile National Monument; and includes a demonstration of the effects of the sea floor's spreading and sinking.
Combines maps with photographs, satellite images, and illustrations to provide information on natural resources, energy, population, religion, climate change, national flags, and other issues and topics.
Relates how the Earth was formed from spinning clouds of dust and gas, and how forces such as glaciers, volcanoes, earthquakes, water, and weather shaped it into familiar contours of mountains, seas, and fertile plains.
Examines how Mexico's geography has shaped its history, society, and culture. Also learn about the country's major industries like silver-mining and tourism, and appreciate the diversity of the Gulf Coast region's animal and plant life.
