volcanoes

Explains how earthquakes and volcanic eruptions result from the building up of pressure which begins far below the earth's surface.

Describes how volcanoes are formed, what causes them to erupt, and the results of an eruption.

Chronicles the events of the eruptions of Mount Saint Helens beginning on May 18, 1980, and revisits the area a decade later to show the gradual regrowth of the region.

Eliza tries to save baby puffins from a volcano when the Thornberrys visit Iceland.

Highlights various aspects of volcanoes, from what a volcano is, to eruptions and types of volcanoes.

Provides facts on the creative and destructive powers of volcanoes and includes science projects and photographs.

Examines the attempt of an ambitious scientific expedition to retrieve volcanic chimneys from the floor of the Pacific Ocean.

Illustrations and simple text teach young readers about volcanic eruptions; includes a thumb index to help readers find how eruptions affect the Earth over time.