Plate Tectonics is the study of the forces that cause continental drift. When tectonic plates collide or move apart, mountains are formed, volcanoes erupt, and earthquakes occur. These huge plates move one to four inches a year, yet we see and experience effects of that movement every day. (20020601)
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From School Library Journal
Grade 4-9-This overview is presented in a simple, open format, with large-font type and full-color photographs and diagrams. A brief history of the concept of plate tectonics is presented. The text covers continental drift, the Ring of Fire, and the formation of mountains. General information is given about scientific study into the measurement and detection of volcanic eruptions and earthquakes. This book is easier than Helen Roney Sattler's Our Patchwork Planet (Lothrop, 1995).
Kathryn Kosiorek, Cuyahoga County Public Library, Brooklyn, OH
Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Kathryn Kosiorek, Cuyahoga County Public Library, Brooklyn, OH
Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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"These series titles provide overviews of their respective subjects. The appealing layout includes large fonts, many color photographs, and simple diagrams."
-- School Library Journal ( September 2002) (School Library Journal 20031201)
"This series explores the concepts of the title of each volume by defining and explaining what they are and how they work. Colored photos on nearly every page make the series visually attractive while they add to the understanding of the text. Appealing illustrations and text will interest young readers with information suitable for reports. Recommended."
-- Library Talk (May-June 2002) (Library Talk )
"The book has attractive color illustrations and is suitable for young children."
--Science Books & Films (December 2003) (Science Books & Films )
-- School Library Journal ( September 2002) (School Library Journal 20031201)
"This series explores the concepts of the title of each volume by defining and explaining what they are and how they work. Colored photos on nearly every page make the series visually attractive while they add to the understanding of the text. Appealing illustrations and text will interest young readers with information suitable for reports. Recommended."
-- Library Talk (May-June 2002) (Library Talk )
"The book has attractive color illustrations and is suitable for young children."
--Science Books & Films (December 2003) (Science Books & Films )
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