Volcanoes (A True Book: Earth Science)

by Elaine Landau

Overview

Examine the formation and eruption of volcanoes, the damages and benefits of volcanoes, and steps taken to predict eruptions and protect the surroundings.

A True Book: Earth Science series presents fascinating facts and fun activities that will engage the budding earth scientist, while exploring the fields of geology, meteorology, ecology, and more. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780531213544
Publisher:	Scholastic, Inc.
Publication date:	08/07/2009
Series:	A True Book: Earth Science
Pages:	48
Product dimensions:	7.25(w) x 8.38(h) x (d)
Lexile:	850L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 10 Years

About the Author

Landau has a bachelor's degree in English and journalism from New York University and a master's degree in library and information science from Pratt Institute.

Table of Contents

1 It's a Volcano!

How could a volcano make day look like night? 7

2 How Volcanoes Occur

What floats to the surface before a volcano erupts? 11

3 Wake-up Call

Can a volcano erupt after being inactive for more than 100 years? 19

Robots to the Rescue

Why do scientists use robots to help study volcanoes? 24

Some volcanic rock is so light it can float.

4 A Useful Blast

How can a volcano be helpful to humans? 27

5 Volcano Warning!

How could you know that a volcano is about to blow? 33

6 Survival Tips

What should you know if you live near an active volcano? 39

True Statistics 43

Resources 44

Important Words 46

Index 47

About the Author 48