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1) Volcanoes
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Discusses the nature, causes, and dangers of volcanoes, volcanoes of the past, and ways to survive them.
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Richard V. Fisher is Professor Emeritus of Geological Sciences at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Grant Heiken, a volcanologist at the Los Alamos National Laboratory, teaches courses in volcanology at the University of New Mexico. Jeffrey B. Hulen is a research geologist at the Energy and Geoscience Institute of the University of Utah.
Whenever a volcano threatens to erupt, scientists and adventurers from around the world flock to the...
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Destructive and awe-inspiring, the eruption of a volcano is a dramatic demonstration of nature's power. However, there is much more to the process than what we see on the surface. Readers will explore the geological structure that makes volcanic activity possible and follow the sequence of events that culminate in an eruption. In addition to eruptions, this text examines other geothermal activities, the benefits of which may surprise young readers....
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128 pages : illustrations (some color), color map. ; 24 cm.
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"A virtual tour of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, with chapters devoted to the history of this region, history of the park, plant and animal life, environmental problems facing the park, and activities in the area"--Provided by publisher.
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A tour through Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, (complete with maps, legends, and detailed captions and factoids) introduces the park's flora, fauna, topography, history, weather, and attractions. Kilauea, Mauna Loa, Crater Rim Drive, Captain Cook, and Polynesian influences are all discussed, including the legend of Pele. America's national parks preserve some of our country's most unusual and beloved natural wonders. Our Visitor Guides give readers...
8) Volcanoes
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24 pages : color illustrations, map ; 27 cm.
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9) Volcanoes
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56 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 27 cm.
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In a visual reference, readers can discover the inner workings of one of Earth's most terrifying natural phenomena as well as learn about some of the most famous volcanic eruptions in history --
10) Volcano alert!
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32 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm.
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Explains what a volcano is, where volcanoes are found, how they form, the devastation they can cause, and steps to take to stay safe when a volcano erupts.
12) Volcanoes
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32 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
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Text and pictures describe many aspect of volcanoes including eruptions, lava rivers, ash clouds, steaming springs, and more.
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48 pages : color illustrations ; 22 cm.
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Volcanoes have changed the shape of the world since time began. Squire shows readers how they are formed, describes the different types of eruptions, tells how volcanoes have influenced human history, and shares tips for preparing for an eruption.
14) Volcanoes
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"Carefully leveled text and vibrant photographs introduce early readers to volcanoes. Includes a map, infographics, an activity, glossary, and index."--
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48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
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"Kids will burst with excitement as they learn all about the science and wonder of volcanoes in this new National Geographic Kids Reader. The Level 3 text provides accessible, yet wide-ranging information for fluent readers. Plus, the book includes 100 fun facts for quick and quirky information on all kinds of volcanoes, all around the world--and even some that are out of this world! The Facts Readers series bridges the gap between short, digestible...
16) Volcanoes
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48 pages : color illustrations, ; 23 cm.
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A close-up look at volcanoes of the past and present, examining the scientists who study them and explaining how and why they erupt.
18) Volcanoes
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413 pages : color illustrations ; 38 cm
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Documents the awesome power and devastating aftermath of volcanoes, offering photographs of the ancient ruins of Pompeii, the recent Guagua Pichincha eruption, rivers of fire, lava islands, and massive craters.
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