earthquakes

Readers will investigate the science behind earthquakes as they count down the ten most catastrophic quakes in human history.

During a California earthquake Dorothy falls into the underground Land of the Mangaboos where she again meets the Wizard of Oz.

A comprehensive guide to volcanoes, earthquakes, and tsunamis that discusses how the Earth moves, eruptions, types of volcanoes, hazards, climate, how they are monitored, tectonics, warning systems, and more.

"Examines how scientists study earthquakes. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, a disaster preparedness checklist, and a 'How It Works' feature, this book provides an exciting look at the science of disaster detection"--Provided by the publisher.

Jules Mountain shares his story of climbing Mount Everest, and surviving an avalanche caused by an earthquake on the mountain.

"Offers answers to the most compelling questions about natural disasters and the earth's crust. Age-appropriate explanations and appealing photos. Additional text features and search tools, including a glossary and an index, help students locate information and learn new words"--Provided by publisher.

Explores natural disasters that occur around the world, including volcanoes, earthquakes, and tsunamis.

Exciting main text explains why the earth shifts beneath our feet and how this has contributed to altering Earth?s geography.

Photographs and simple text introduce children to earthquakes.

Provides an introduction to fault lines, examines the different types and how they create earthquakes, and explores some of the hotspots for earthquake activity.