Volcanoes (Geography Starts Here)

Rogers, Daniel

ISBN 10: 0817255478 ISBN 13: 9780817255473

Publisher: Heinemann/Raintree, 1999

Synopsis

Explains how volcanoes are formed, how and why they erupt, how they can be predicted, and the effects they can have on people and the environment

About this title

About the Author:

Daniel Rogers studied geography and geology at university. He has written many information books for children.

From School Library Journal:

Grade 3-4-These volumes present basic information on intriguing geographical phenomena. Earthquakes begins with an explanation of faults, plate movement, and shock waves. Rogers describes the power of quakes, methods of measurement, and the aftermath-tsunamis, infrastructure destruction, and aftershocks. Research into earthquake prediction is also included. Volcanoes follows a similar format, explaining why and how an eruption occurs. Positive and negative ecological consequences of an eruption and methods of prediction are presented. The texts are clearly written and well organized. Scientific terms are defined in the glossaries; there are no pronunciation guides. Both books contain spectacular full-color photographs, informative drawings, and effective maps. Volcanoes offers more information than Seymour Simon's photographic essay Volcanoes (Morrow, 1988). Two welcome additions to library collections.
Elizabeth Stumpf, Clearfield Middle School, PA
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.

About this edition

• Publisher: Heinemann/Raintree
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 0817255478
• ISBN 13: 9780817255473
• Binding: Library Binding
• Number of pages: 32