mountains

An easy-to-read account of the birth of Paric?utin volcano in the field of a poor Mexican farmer.

Presents an examination of volcanoes and earthquakes, exploring questions about what causes them, how they are measured, where they are located, and the damage they can cause. Includes illustrations.

Full-color photographs, illustrations, and diagrams describes some of the most famous volcanic eruptions in history.

Text and photographs describe volcanoes including their causes and impact on people.

Discusses volcanoes and includes more than 40 fascinating facts.

Simple text and illustrations provide an introduction to volcanoes.

"A kindergarten-level introduction to mountains, covering their climate, plant and animal life, and such defining features as their rocky peaks"--.

Text and illustrations examine mountain habitats and what plants and animals live there.

"Lucy is having a terrible day. She's falling down a mountain. As she passes various characters--a mountain man, a bungeeing duck, and a pile of shuffling bears--she tries to ask for help. But everyone misinterprets her requests. As Lucy gains velocity, the story grows in silliness. Ending eventually in a giant, rolling snowball that lands Lucy safely at a hot-chocolate chalet. No harm done!"--OCLC.

"An elementary exploration of volcanoes, focusing on the geological evidence that helps explain how and where they form and spotlighting famous examples, such as Hawaii's Mauna Loa"--Provided by publisher.