Read all about seismology in Super Simple Earthquake Projects. Kids will learn about what causes earthquakes and how they affect Earth. Discover how scientists study and help people prepare for them. Then, build an earthquake-proof structure, create a tsunami in a bottle, and more. Each project has color photos and easy‑to‑follow instructions. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Applied to STEM Concepts of Learning...

Earthquakes happen when big plates of earth slide past one another. Powerful earthquakes can cause serious damage. Learn how scientists monitor for earthquakes, where they are common, and how to stay safe. Plus hear from an earthquake survivor!

On January 12, 2010, a 7.0-magnitude earthquake rocked the country of Haiti. The damage trapped thousands of people under rubble and toppled more than 100,000 buildings. In this hi/lo text, reluctant readers will learn about the earthquake and its aftermath. Special features show a map of the areas affected, the shockwave of the earthquake, and a timeline of the events.

Examines earthquakes, what they are, what causes them, and better means of monitoring them. Nature is awesome and inspiring--yet at the same time, fragile. Earthquakes, blizzards, and lightning are all natural phenomena that fascinate as well as confound people of all ages. Straightforward, up-to-date information combines with brilliant, full-color photographs to introduce young readers to nature at its wildest and instill a desire to respect our...

Join award-winning science writer Seymour Simon as he separates fact from fiction in a brilliant exploration of some of the most fascinating creatures to ever roam the planet: dinosaurs! This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice for both shared and independent reading during homeschooling and classroom learning, in particular for children ages 6 to 8. Scientists have dug up and uncovered many facts about dinosaurs—and in the process,...

In Volcanoes, early fluent readers learn about the geologic processes that create volcanoes around the world. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about these amazing landforms. An infographic illustrates Earth's layers, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about volcanoes using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate...

In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the features of super volcanoes, how they have shaped Earth's surface in the past, and the possibilities of them changing the future of life on Earth. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about super volcanoes and their impact on our planet. A Take a Look! infographic, sidebars, and STEM activity aid understanding and allow readers to...

Volcanoes can be extremely dangerous when they erupt. Gas, steam, ash burst into the air, and extremely hot lava flows out. Learn how volcanoes form, why they erupt, and how to stay safe. Plus hear from a volcanic eruption survivor!

When natural disasters happen they grab headlines around the world. People, creatures, and the environment are all impacted when nature gets out of control. Natural disasters can be upsetting to live through, but scientists today better understand their causes and how we can protect ourselves and others. Natural Disasters: Investigate Earth's Most Destructive Forces with 25 Projects teaches readers about some of the natural disasters throughout history,...

Far back in the past, monster volcanoes erupted with cataclysmic violence, far greater than Vesuvius, Pinatubo, Mount St. Helens, or any other volcano in recorded human history. Puzzling results from three different laboratories send volcano sleuths on a worldwide hunt for evidence, from Greenland's ice cap to Sumatra's jungles. The clues converge on an astounding possibility: that a single ancient eruption 75,000 years ago blasted ash and rock across...