The Best Book of Volcanoes [Paperback]

Simon Adams (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 15, 2007 | Age Level: 5 and up | Grade Level: K and up | Series: The Best Book of

This engaging series is tailored to young children's interests and reading level. Lively text explains the basics of a popular subject, while intriguing facts are brought to life through detailed and informative artwork.

From under the sea to other planets, colorful close-ups help explain the different types of volcanoes, while clear cutaway illustrations take readers from the outer crust to the red hot core.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"A helpful primer and useful resource...recommended." (Library Media Connection )

"The simple text presents just enough information to keep readers turning the pages." (Librarian, Lubbock Independent School District )

About the Author

Simon Adams worked as an editor of children's reference and other nonfiction books before becoming a full-time writer. He has written and contributed to more than fifty books on subjects as varied as the sinking of the Titanic, the two world wars, and the history of jazz. He is the author of Kingfisher Knowledge: Castles & Forts, Kingfisher Knowledge: Life in Ancient Rome, The Kingfisher Atlas of the Ancient World and The Kingfisher Atlas of the Medieval World.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 5 and up
  
• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Kingfisher; 1 edition (September 15, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0753460920
• ISBN-13: 978-0753460924
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 7.2 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #41,057 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #4 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > Science, Nature & How It Works > Nature > Earthquakes & Volcanoes
  • #5 in Books > Children's Books > Science, Nature & How It Works > Nature > Earthquakes & Volcanoes

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Okay for a six-year-old. Human tragedy not the focus., May 26, 2011

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This review is from: The Best Book of Volcanoes (Paperback)

I didn't want to scare my grandson with the human tragedies caused by the volcanoes he has become fascinated with, especially since we live near several. This book fills the bill. The science is the focus. Lots of illustrations and fairly easy reading. I am happy with the high level of education. It brings up lots of questions. As for the people, it just lets us know that some people didn't make it. Reality, but in the background.