volcanoes

A photo-illustrated introduction to volcanoes, explaining what they are, how they form, and how they behave, looking at some famous volcanoes, offering advice on how to stay safe during an eruption, and including a related science experiment.

Follows the adventures of Max Axiom as he explains the science behind volcanoes. Written in graphic-novel format.

Text and over one thousand illustrations offer information on volcanoes and earthquakes, covering continuous movement, the study and prevention of earthquakes and eruptions, and more. Includes glossary.

An introduction to volcanoes, discussing how volcanoes are formed, parts of volcanoes, types of volcanoes, and more.

Examines how and why earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanoes occur and how these events affect the earth. Includes full-color maps and illustrations.

Describes the causes, impact, and study of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, discussing such topics as Pangaea, plate tectonics, the rock cycle, and the work of geologists and seismologists.

Chronicles the events surrounding the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens from the perspectives of eight individuals, including a geologist, a logger, a pair of young lovers, a rookie newspaper reporter, and an angry woman.

Argues that Yellowstone National Park is one of the world's greatest, most dangerous super volcanoes and draws on a wide range of fields to present evidence that the volcano is due for another catastrophic eruption that could threaten the entire planet.

Text, illustrations, and hands-on activities present information about earthquakes and volcanoes, including notable examples in history.

Introduces volcanoes to young readers, discussing geologic formation, famous volcanoes, and predicting eruptions. Features color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.