volcanoes

Recreates a volcanic eruption on the Indonesian island of Sumatra, describing how the impact harmed the people of the island and led to gas, ash, and debris forming a shield in the atmosphere which caused the temperature on Earth to drop.

"Learn all about volcanoes and avalanches. Find out how they form, where they are most likely to happen, and how scientists study them through diagrams and case studies"--Provided by publisher.

"Ash rained down like burning snowflakes. There was nowhere to run and hide for the residents of Pompeii after Mt. Vesuvius erupted in 79 CE. Follow along with the true story of a doomed city pummeled with pumice and molten rock. Then, review what you've learned with a recap timeline and a quick quiz to check how much doomed history you remember"--Provided by publisher.

"Strange things have been happening in Pompeii. Tremors have been rocking the countryside, ash has been falling from the sky, animals have been behaving strangely. Marcus is worried that something terrible is about to happen. And one day, he is proven right."--OCLC.

Documents how scientists track geologic movement to try and predict the next time a volcano will erupt and dramatizes the devastating impact of volcanic explosions.

"What would you do if a volcano erupted? An exploding volcano could cause earthquakes, flying rocks, and air pollution. It's time to become a volcano survival expert . . . just in case. This engaging hi-lo book draws in 5th and 6th grade readers with compelling extreme disaster survival while a 2nd and 3rd grade reading level makes the nonfiction narrative accessible. It's a roaring good time!"--Provided by publisher.

In 1883, thirteen-year-old Katrien Courtlandt is more interested in science and exploring the Javanese jungle for beetles with her native friend than in becoming a young lady like her despised cousin Brigitta--but when Krakatoa erupts, the tsunami hits, and their families are swept away, the cousins must struggle to survive together.

An introduction to volcanoes and how they help shape the landscape of the Earth.

Photographs and simple text describe the physical characteristics of volcanoes.

Describes volcanoes, how they form, and the damage they cause.